Written questions

Access to Work Programme

2026-06-04 · Department for Work and Pensions · 7192 · Official question

Vicky Foxcroft

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, following the Pathways to Work consultation and collaboration committee engagement, when the his Department expects to publish its plans for the future of the Access to Work scheme.

Answer

Access to Work (AtW) is an important programme that supports thousands of people to remain in work, and whilst we acknowledge the scheme needs improvements, change in this area is complex and we are committed to getting it right. We are keen to ensure the...