Liz Kendall Slams Benefit Sanctions
The Work and Pensions Secretary, Liz Kendall, has announced that the toughest benefit sanctions introduced by the Tories will be scrapped. She criticized plans for Universal Credit claimants to lose benefits if they remained jobless after a year.
Mission to Get Britain Working Again
Liz Kendall highlighted her goal of achieving an 80% employment rate within the next decade. She emphasized the importance of providing genuine support to individuals seeking employment.
Focus on Upfront Help and Support
Kendall expressed her disapproval of the previous government's approach, which she described as turning Job Centre Plus into a benefit monitoring service rather than a public employment service. She stressed the need for greater attention to factors like health, skills, childcare, and transport that impact individuals' ability to secure and maintain employment.
Labour's Plans for Change
The Labour Party's proposed initiatives include a "youth guarantee" aimed at providing training opportunities for 18 to 21-year-olds and devolving power to local councils to address unemployment issues. Kendall outlined plans for a significant shift in power and resources to empower mayors and local authorities to lead efforts in work, health, and skills development for those not currently in employment.
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