Written question asked by Apsana Begum (Labour) on Friday, 15 October 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 19 October 2021. It was answered by Mims Davies (Conservative) on Monday, 25 October 2021 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.
Jobcentres: Poplar and Limehouse
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of the closure of Poplar Job Centre on claimants with (a) disabilities, (b) caring responsibilities and (c) children.
- Answer
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The new site is located near to Poplar Jobcentre and has excellent transport links.
Work Coaches can advise claimants in such circumstances.
If an individual has a disability, caring responsibilities, children or any other reason for needing support Jobcentre Work Coaches will discuss and offer support to people based on their individual circumstances this also includes limited or no access to the internet at home, for which claimants can request to attend a local Jobcentre. Work Coaches will continue to offer employment support to people in Poplar and Limehouse.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 57411
- Session
- 2021-22
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Disability Children Carers Jobcentres Poplar and Limehouse
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- 2021-10-25 16:15:44 +0100
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