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<p>Since 2010, the Office for National Statistics’ (ONS) Labour Force Survey data
shows that the level and rate of unemployment has fallen in every region and country
of the UK.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>The number of people claiming unemployment-related
benefits in Romford has fallen by 32% in the last seven years and was 1,855 as at
August 2019.</p><p> </p><p>This Government is committed to providing targeted support
for people so that everyone, no matter what their start in life, is given the very
best chance of getting into work.</p><p> </p><p>Jobcentre Plus is geared-up to offer
support and advice to those claiming welfare benefits. Through Jobcentre Plus, individuals
can get advice on finding a job; help with retraining or skills advice, CV and job
applications; and access to thousands of new vacancies we record every day. They can
also access a range of tailored opportunities to improve their likelihood of entering
or re-entering the labour market, including demand-led training for higher skilled
jobs in specific sectors.</p>
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