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More than three-quarters of a million people who were long-term unemployed have found a job through the government’s Work Programme.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
We have improved the Sorting out Separation and Child Maintenance Options websites – see how they could help you or someone you know.
The UK employment rate reaches new record high of 73.9% and over half a million more people are in work compared to this time last year.
The five-day leadership development programme will be held from 22-26 February.
New milestone reached with over a quarter of a million claims made to Universal Credit.
A public consultation launched into how the use of aids and appliances is accounted for during assessments for Personal Independence Payment.
People claiming Universal Credit are significantly more likely to move into work than those on Jobseeker’s Allowance.
The Consular Section at the British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata will be closed on 16 December 2015.
The number of women in employment has hit a record 14.6 million, with nearly 1 million (975,000) more women in work than 5 years ago.
The Consular Section at the British Deputy High Commission in Mumbai will be closed on 8 and 9 December.
The British Deputy High Commission Chennai is now open and functioning as normal.
Today, 18 more jobcentre offices start offering Universal Credit.
Firms advised to take simple steps now as poll reveals 93% of bosses support initiative, with majority believing it will boost productivity and retain staff.
First of its kind UK supported project in Kerala to have national impact in preventing & tackling violence against women (VAW).
Inaugural event was held on 5 Dec 2015 at St. Teresa’s College Ernakulam to launch a week-long series of UK-supported workshops in Kerala to end VAW.
Latest government figures show that employment by small businesses has increased by 1,618,000 over the last 5 years.
The government is helping more young people achieve their potential – and youth unemployment is now lower than it was in 2010.
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