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Liz Kendall: Labour will help more people back to work

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Liz Kendall: Labour will help more people back to work

Liz Kendall: Labour will help more people back to work

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall launched a community-led pilot in Barnsley to help people back into work.

She said many on sickness and disability benefits want to work but need the right support.

Report by Covellm.

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