Karl MCCartney has welcomed new figures showing since 2010 the number of people in Lincoln claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance fell by 1,444 - a 45% per cent drop.
This means more people in work, with the security of a good job and a regular pay packet so they can provide for themselves and their families. Jobs are being created in Lincoln by businesses like the new Lincoln Netto Store, which is said to be adding 25 employment opportunities.
People are getting off benefits and into work across the East Midlands, with 2,237 more people in work since the last Labour Government. Across the UK, there are 2 million more people at work than at the end of thirteen years of a Labour Government.
Karl MCCartney said: “It’s great news that over the last five years the number people of people relying on Jobseeker’s Allowance here in Lincoln has fallen by 1,444.
“That means more families with the security and stability of a regular pay packet – with good jobs being created by businesses like the new Lincoln Netto Store. And in a further boost for families financial security we’ve also seen the highest real wage rises in seven years over the last year.
“This is down to the hard work and the determination of people here, as well as the Conservatives’ strong leadership and clear economic plan. As a Government for working people we’re committed to go further, as we work towards a Britain of full employment, which offers working people security at every stage of their life.”
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For further information, please contact Karl McCartney MP atkarl.mccartney.mp@parliament.uk / 020 7219 7221.