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<p>The Government is making a number of interventions to address this issue. The government
is providing over 20m over the next three years for an enhanced offer for people aged
50 and over to remain in and return to work.</p><p> </p><p>Eligible older job seekers
on Universal Credit will receive more intensive, tailored support, on top of the support
that work coaches offer all claimants.</p><p> </p><p>Full-time 50+ Champions are now
in every JCP district across GB, to upskill Work Coaches in supporting over 50s return
to work.</p><p> </p><p>We are also expanding delivery of the Mid-Life MOT, which supports
those in their 40s, 50s and 60s to take stock of their finances, skills and health.
As part of the expansion the Mid-Life MOTs will be delivered online, in the private
sector and in Job Centres.</p><p> </p><p>The introduction of this package of support
illustrates the Government’s recognition of the different situations, transitions
and barriers currently faced by the over 50s in the labour market. We continue to
work in addition with Andy Briggs the Older worker Champion.</p>
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