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Jobcentres: Closures

Asked by Sir Gavin WilliamsonConservativeDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled Answered 9 April 2026UIN 119864

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what criteria will be taken into consideration in decisions on job centre closures.

Answered by Andrew Western

When considering moving colleagues and services to an alternative location the Department considers a wide range of factors and evidence. These include the impact on customers, business needs, local labour market conditions, and the ability to maintain a geographical presence and service continuity to customers. Decisions also take into account building quality, lease events, and value for money.

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