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A letter to the Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work about the Personal Independence Payment (Amendment) Regulations 2017.
Household incomes have risen to a record high according to statistics released today, and income inequality remains lower than in 2010.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Official figures released today show that the unemployment rate has fallen to 4.7% – the lowest level in 12 years.
There has been a rise in the number of working households, with around 9 in 10 children living with at least one working adult.
The government is committed to ensuring the welfare system is a strong safety net for those who need it.
The Minister for Disabled People, Work and Health has announced 11 new disability sector champions.
A new consultation considering the security and sustainability of defined benefit pension schemes has been launched.
An employer toolkit to help businesses recruit and retain more single parents and care leavers has been launched.
Susan Park has been appointed Director General Universal Credit Operations, accountable for its operation in jobcentres and service centres.
James Brokenshire has today welcomed the latest Labour Market Statistics, which show continued stability for the Northern Ireland economy.
The employment rate is at a record 74.6% – the highest employment rate since records began in 1971.
Free online support to help Universal Credit claimants with their personal finances launches today (13 February 2017).
An announcement about the membership of the external advisory group that will support the 2017 review into automatic enrolment.
Thousands of children are benefiting from their separated parents working together on child maintenance arrangements, new figures show.
Figures published on 2 February 2017 show that 26,000 households who had their benefits capped have moved into work.
A new government strategy encourages the over 50s to reap the benefits of work, including a second career.
More than £84 million in compensation has been awarded as part of the Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme.
Greater Manchester and London are to receive new powers to help thousands more disabled people get into work.
Plans to reform DWP Jobcentre Plus offices and benefit centres.
Caroline Nokes reiterates her commitment to working with the social housing sector to best support claimants.
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