The Latest Breaking News from Jobcentre Plus

People making new claim for JSA to attend DWP face-to-face interview to prove identity

People will be invited to attend the interview after they have made a new claim for the benefit.

Daily Record · Jul 26, 2022

DWP update as new rules for new style Job Seekers Allowance announced

DWP has updated its guidance

Nottingham Post · Jul 13, 2022

DWP announces important update for people making a claim for New Style JSA

New Style Jobseeker’s Allowance does not qualify for the £650 cost of living payment.

Daily Record · Jul 7, 2022

Some Child Benefit and Tax Credit payments due over Easter will be paid tomorrow

Working Tax Credits, Child Tax Credits and Guardian’s Allowance scheduled payments may also be affected.

Daily Record · Apr 13, 2022

‘We’ve been able to recruit for the first time’: how hiring through Jobcentre Plus helped a startup flourish during the pandemic

Unemployment rose to its highest level in years as a result of Covid, but following government initiatives to help businesses and jobseekers, employment figures are beginning to improve. Here, an employer and one of his recent hires share their experiences

The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2022

Way to Work: How Jobcentre Plus can help fill your company’s vacancies

The pandemic has brought a lot of uncertainty to the jobs market, and many highly skilled people have found themselves unemployed for the first time – so now is the ideal time for employers to partner with job-ready people in search of fulfilling careers.

The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2022

Jobcentre Plus to open new branch in Ayr Central shopping mall

The move is part of a drive to get more people back into work and offer tailored employment support.

Daily Record · Feb 2, 2022