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- Council & Politics · Chipping Barnet
Chipping Barnet Foodbank Calls for Realistic Universal Credit Rates
Bob Bevil of Chipping Barnet Foodbank has called for Universal Credit rates to be recalculated using a methodology similar to the Living Wage. He states current benefit levels are historical and arbitrary, failing to account for rising essential costs.
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WorldParents on Benefits to Get Up To £4,500 for Apprenticeships
Families receiving benefits could gain up to £4,500 annually to support children starting apprenticeships. This initiative, funded by a £30m levy pot, seeks to remove financial barriers and address the high number of young people not in education, employment, or training.
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WorldNew Bursary to Support Teen Apprenticeships
A new bursary of up to £4,500 annually per household will support families on universal credit whose teenagers pursue apprenticeships. SMEs can receive up to £8,000 for hiring young apprentices, funded by the growth and skills levy.
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