The UK government's plan to expedite employment support for individuals impacted by welfare benefit changes is reportedly unfeasible, according to Department for Work and Pensions officials. The initiative, which involves a £1 billion support package, was originally set for 2029 but is now pushed for faster implementation. Officials criticized the government's preparation as inadequate, expressing doubts about the program's viability. This shift follows mounting pressure from Labour MPs against planned welfare cuts, which would only affect future claimants, significantly lowering expected savings.
A senior benefits official told the BBC the government did not have a 'properly considered or deliverable programme'. 'There hasn't been enough pace or passion to get the thing set up.'
Ministers have argued that intensive job support will help those unemployed and has set aside 1bn to help those in need.
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