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<p>Ministers and officials of both Departments hold regular discussions relating to
the ongoing covid-19 outbreak including its impact on people with health conditions.</p><p>
</p><p>My Department has provided mental health training for staff who have direct
contact with claimants, including all Work Coaches, to equip them to identify mental
wellbeing issues or vulnerabilities, and to take appropriate action to support individuals.
Work Coaches will tailor support to the needs of the individual and work closely with
local organisations that provide additional specialist support.</p><p> </p>
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