AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWelfare & Work: A Guardian report says Andy Burnham’s government is considering further cuts to disability support for under-25s, alongside replacing PIP and tightening Motability, paired with “back to work” schemes and subsidised jobs—aimed at tackling the scale of young people not in education, employment or training. Benefits Administration: The DWP has been pushed to introduce a new “notification” rule for all 24 million benefits claimants, improving complaint tracking and requiring updates at every stage. Employment & Skills: The Ministry of Justice unveiled prison-security and rehabilitation plans, including counter-drone funding, more drug-free units, and a Future Skills Programme linking offender training to construction employers to reduce reoffending. Retail Jobs: Tesco is reportedly bidding for Majestic Wine in an auction, while M&S is set to open a 16,000 sq ft food hall creating 70 jobs in Northampton. Care Sector Recognition: A Cheshire home care worker is shortlisted for a Great British Care Award, highlighting the human side of care work. Housebuilding Standards: An Evesham site manager won NHBC’s Pride in the Job Seal of Excellence as Abbey Grange brings 200+ homes.
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