Question to the Department for Work and Pensions:
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps he is taking to support claimants of benefits find employment in Torbay.
Jobcentre Plus work coaches are delivering a personalised service to best meet the needs of the claimant and the local labour market. The flexible model of support available through the Jobcentre Plus offer includes, Sector Based Work Academies, New Enterprise Allowance, Work Experience and access to skills provision.
In addition, the Work Programme offers tailored support to those people who are at risk of becoming long-term unemployed.