Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 112342
Access to Work Programme
Tabled: 10 February 2026
Answered: 23 February 2026
Question
Lorraine Beavers
Labour — Blackpool North and Fleetwood
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, how many people were waiting for decisions on Access to Work scheme claims as of (a) February 2026, (b) October 2025 and (c) April 2025.
Answer
Sir Stephen TimmsThe number of Access to Work applications has risen significantly. We are committed to reducing waiting times. We also prioritise applications from customers who are due to start work within the next four weeks, as well as renewals for existing grants, to...
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