5 Department for Work and Pensions Update PDF 443 KB
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Minutes:
The Group considered an update from Department for
Work and Pensions (DWP), which included statistical information on clients
receiving Universal Credit and other benefits across the Argyll and Bute area,
as well as information on various initiatives that the DWP were involved in.
The update highlighted progress with the Way to
Work initiative to assist people in returning to work; support available to
assist with increases in energy bills, the cost of living and childcare costs;
changes to the amount of time that a claimant is able to seek work only within
their preferred sector; changes to the rules for those with a terminal illness;
a campaign to encourage those on tax credits to investigate the possibility of
transferring to Universal Credit; the roll out of the new Adult Disability
Payment (ADP); support available for those fleeing Ukraine; and new guidance
available from the Money and Pensions Service.
Decision
The Oban, Lorn and the
Isles Area Community Planning Group:
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considered and noted the
information provided; and
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noted that in the absence of
a representative from the Department for Work and Pensions, any questions would
be forwarded to them for a response following the meeting.
(Reference: Report by Ronnie Kelly, Employer &
Partnership Manager, Department for Work and Pensions, submitted)
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