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Jobcentres: Broxbourne

Monday 11 November 2024 · 2 questions

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Answered 1 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Lewis Cocking asked the Minister about steps to increase support in jobcentres in Broxbourne constituency.
  • The Minister referenced the "Get Britain Working" White Paper, which includes reforms for a new public employment service.
  • Cocking also questioned the impact of the Budget on small businesses in Broxbourne and asked for better connections between jobcentres and local employers.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Lewis Cocking Con Broxbourne
Employment Benefits & Welfare
Context

The question arises from the need to improve employment services in Broxbourne constituency.

Question

What steps her Department is taking to increase the support available in jobcentres in Broxbourne constituency?

Answer from Alison McGovern

Jobcentres serving the Broxbourne constituency and elsewhere will change following the “Get Britain Working” White Paper, which has already been mentioned. This fundamental reform will have three parts: a new public employment service to get more people into work and to help them get on in work; a joined-up work, health and skills plan; and a guarantee for young people aged 18 to 21.

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Q2 Lewis Cocking Con Broxbourne
Employment Business & Trade Benefits & Welfare
Context

The question stems from concerns over the Budget's impact on small businesses in Broxbourne constituency, making it difficult for them to create jobs.

Question

The Budget has made it even harder for small businesses in my Broxbourne constituency to create jobs. What can the Minister do to make sure that jobcentres connect with local businesses to help those who are looking for work to find sustainable employment?

Answer from Alison McGovern

I thank the Minister for his question—[Interruption.] Honestly, I am still getting used to being on this side of the House. The hon. Gentleman is absolutely right that jobcentres everywhere need to be locally responsive to employers, and that we need to provide an excellent service to local employers. If he has further thoughts on how we can make that work in his constituency, I would be very happy to discuss it with him.

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Not addressed: The specific measures to ensure jobcentres connect with local businesses and assist unemployed individuals were not detailed.

How: [Interruption.], I Am Still Getting Used To Being On This Side Of The House.

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