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Access to Work Programme

Asked by Ben ColemanLabourDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled Answered 5 November 2025UIN 86568

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, hat steps his Department is taking to ensure timely payments to Access to Work support providers.

Answered by Sir Stephen Timms

We are continuing to streamline delivery practices and have increased the number of staff processing claims. Since May 2024, 118 additional staff have been redeployed to support Access to Work. We also prioritise customers starting a job in four weeks. We are reviewing all aspects of Access to Work as we develop plans for reform following the conclusion of the consultation.

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