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Jun 2007
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Pathways to Work is an innovative new approach to help lone parents engage in the world of work. From January 2007 the Department for Employment and Learning has been piloting a new and comprehensive framework of practical and financial help and support to lone parents facing barriers to employment. This new service is being piloted in Knockbreda, Limavady, Lisburn and Shaftesbury Square Jobs and Benefits offices.
What is available? A flexible menu of provision through existing programmes such as NDLP and new programmes such as Steps to Work
- A Work Preparation for Lone Parents Programme
- A Return to Work Credit (RTWC) – additional financial assistance of £40 per week is payable when you move into employment of more than 16 hours per week and earn less than £15,000 a year. This allowance is paid for up to 52 weeks.
- An In Work Emergencies Fund (IWEF) - this will provide up to £300 to help meet the cost of emergencies during the first 60 days in employment and overcome barriers that might otherwise make it difficult to remain in work.
- In Work Support - contact with clients, who require it, during the first 60 days of work to ease the transition into work and provide back-up support if problems arise.
Please contact Janice Montgomery for details on 028 9072 6793 or janice.montgomery@delni.gov.uk.
source: NICVA eNews: 25 June 2007
