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Access to Work Programme

Asked by Edward MorelloLiberal DemocratDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled Answered 1 September 2025UIN 70011

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, for what reason she plans to implement changes to the Access to Work scheme in phases from May 2025, prior to the conclusion of her Department’s consultation.

Answered by Sir Stephen Timms

No changes have been made to Access to Work policy. We will announce any changes before they are implemented. Current operational guidance is published online at GOV.UK. Following the consultation, which concluded on 30 June, we will be reviewing all aspects of the Scheme.

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