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<p>Work Programme providers have the flexibility to design an innovative and personalised
approach to help people into work. Many providers offer mental health and well-being
support, either in house or through specialist sub-contractors.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>
</p><p>In 2013 the Department set up an independently chaired group to share best
practice amongst our providers, sub-contractors and representatives from the voluntary
sector and national charities. The Best Practice Report was published last month and
includes a focus on supporting the harder to help, including those with mental health
issues. The Department has accepted the vast majority of recommendations within the
report and has begun to implement them.</p><p> </p>
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