Universal Credit Recipients Face Tough Choice: Engage with New Jobs Scheme or Risk Benefit Cuts Monday, December 15, 2025 universalcredit youthemployment benefitsanctions labourparty jobtraining apprenticeships dwp workscheme youthguarantee employmentsupport The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has introduced a new policy targeting young people on Universal Credit, offering them a stark choice: participate in a newly launched jobs and training scheme or face potential … Read More
Posh Sutton Coldfield Sees Rising Unemployment Amid West Midlands Job Market Improvements Saturday, November 22, 2025 suttoncoldfield unemployment westmidlands jobmarket economy perrybarr employment jobcentres youthemployment investment Unemployment trends across the West Midlands show a promising decline in many areas during the second half of this year, reflecting a broader national decrease. However, Sutton Coldfield, known for its affluent reputation, … Read More