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Expansion of DWP Train and Progress
21 February 2022
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Work and Pensions
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses the expansion of the DWP Train and Progress programme's additional training flexibility element until April 2023.
Action Requested
The Minister announces the extension of the existing flexibilities within the Universal Credit system to allow claimants to participate in full-time work-related training opportunities for up to 16 weeks, including Department for Education-funded Skills Bootcamps and equivalent programmes from Scottish and Welsh Governments. This aligns with the recently launched Way to Work campaign.
Key Facts
- DWP Train and Progress was introduced in April 2021.
- The programme is expanding until April 2023.
- UC claimants can access full-time work-related training for up to 16 weeks.
- Skills Bootcamps are funded by the Department for Education with £540m.
- Training opportunities include sectors such as construction, engineering, and logistics.
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