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Jobcentre on Wheels to be rolled out across Britain – this is where

It is hoped the initiative will ‘break down the barriers that stop people finding good work’

The Independent UK · Feb 17

Jobcentre on Wheels to arrive in six areas as part of employment support drive

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden said the Jobcentre on Wheels was designed around ‘meeting people where they are’.

Evening Standard · Feb 17

Martin Lewis urges DWP to make major change for 8 million benefit claimants

One claimant said the issue was a ‘nightmare’

The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2025

From Jobcentres to disability benefits: Labour’s DWP changes explained

Several major changes have been announced

The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2024

Rishi Cracks Down On Unemployed Brits: Get A Job Within A Year Or Lose Your Benefits!

Sunak announces jobless benefits cut after a year, aiming to end "lifestyle" dependency, in largest welfare overhaul in a generation

International Business Times UK · Apr 22, 2024

What the UK government's back to work plan covers – and why it is unlikely to boost people's job prospects

Ahead of the UK government’s latest economic statement, the chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, and the secretary of state for work and pensions, Mel Stride, unveiled a new employment support package dubbed the back to work plan.

The Conversation · Nov 23, 2023

Poll suggests jobcentre staff focus on sanctions over support

Universal Credit claimants report concern over employment advisors’ approach as changes are set to bring more people into ‘intensive’ regime.

The Independent UK · Aug 23, 2023

Full list of DWP job centre closures as two Greater Manchester sites to shut

The DWP will close 36 Jobcentres over the coming months

Manchester Evening News · Jun 28, 2023

DWP to shut 36 Jobcentres over the next few months - see full list of closures

The Jobcentre sites set to close were originally set up to make sure social distancing guidelines were followed during the Covid-19 pandemic

Daily Mirror · Jun 27, 2023

Millions of people on DWP benefits eligible for social tariff broadband could save £200 this year

Ofcom figures show 4.3 million eligible households are missing out on broadband discounts worth up to £824m.

Daily Record · May 18, 2023