Unemployment has reached its highest point in over four years, with the rate increasing to 4.8 percent in the three months leading up to August. This rise is primarily driven by younger individuals, while the number of people over 65 in work has reached a record high.
In response to the rising unemployment, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is offering various benefits and support programs to assist those seeking employment. These include financial aid to help with living costs, such as energy bills, and tailored assistance for individuals with long-term health conditions or disabilities.
Key benefits available include Universal Credit, a monthly payment for people on low incomes or out of work, with different rates based on age and living situation. New Style Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) is also available for those who have paid sufficient National Insurance contributions in recent years, with weekly rates varying by age.
Additionally, parents without jobs may be eligible for Child Benefit to help with c... download the app to read more
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