DWP's Youth Guarantee: Work Ultimatum for Claimants
Young benefits claimants face a new DWP 'ultimatum' under a Youth Guarantee scheme. Learn how this rule change aims to cut welfare and its impact. #UKNews
Young benefits claimants face a new DWP 'ultimatum' under a Youth Guarantee scheme. Learn how this rule change aims to cut welfare and its impact. #UKNews
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