Managing, Monitoring, Value for Money and the Work Programme
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There is a share of £600,000 available for four charities to take part in the three month Sidekick School programme
Voluntary Sector North West
St. Thomas Centre
3 December 2009
ekosgen and Breakthrough UK have been commissioned by the North West Development Agency to carry out research in to the employment issues facing disabled people in the North West. The research will highlight the opportunities available in the North West and the barriers and challenges faced by disabled people in gaining and sustaining employment that meets their aspirations. The outcome of the study will be a series of practical recommendations and solutions to increase economic participation and inclusion in the region.
If you identify yourself as a disabled person and would like to take part in the research questionnaire please follow the attached link: www.tinyurl.com/ylrqwnz.
If you require any further information please contact Beth Innes at Breakthrough UK on 0161 273 5412 or email b.innes@breakthrough-uk.co.uk. Please note that the questionnaire can be provided in accessible formats and that you will be entered into a prize draw for £200 worth of vouchers for a store of your choice. Please be assured that any information given will be completely confidential.
Deadline for responses is 10 January 2010.
The Public Accounts Committee have reported on the 'Introduction of the Work Programme'

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