Latest Access to Work Statistics
New statistics have been produced by the Department for Work and Pensions on the Access to Work programme for the period up to the end of September 2011.
Access to Work is a specialist initiative delivered by Jobcentre Plus to provide advice and support to disabled people and their employers to help them overcome barriers to employment. For example, funding is provided to help towards the costs of equipment, transport and support workers.
The key points from the latest release are:
- Number helped: 24,340 individuals helped in the period April 2011 – September 2011.
- Number continuing to benefit: 15,930 individuals continuing to benefit in the period April 2011 – September 2011.
Access the latest official statistics
Read further information about Access to Work