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Written question asked by Baroness Brown of Silvertown (Labour) on Monday, 27 March 2017, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 29 March 2017. It was answered by Damian Hinds (Conservative) on Tuesday, 4 April 2017 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Jobcentres: Plaistow

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if he will make an assessment of the effect of the closure of Plaistow Jobcentre Plus on (a) people with (i) learning disabilities, (ii) autism and (iii) sensory impairment and (b) others who find it difficult to travel independently.

Answer

Throughout the development of the proposals for Plaistow Jobcentre the department has been mindful of the impact on staff and customers as part of its duties under section 149 of the Equality Act 2010. Statistical analysis of the potential impact of the proposals on people with the protected characteristics has informed high-level decision-making so far. As we obtain further local, site-specific information we will ensure any issues identified are also taken fully into consideration when the final decisions are made.

Existing DWP processes make provision for those unable to travel independently to their designated Jobcentre.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
69163
Session
2016-17
Subjects
Disability Closures Autism Jobcentres Learning disability Travel Plaistow
Link
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