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Radio 5 Live,26 Nov 2024,6 mins

Is Britain work-shy?

Voice of the UK

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Labour launches its back to work scheme today as Keir Starmer says Britain simply isn't working. Bosses must get better at keeping the long-term sick in their jobs, and the government is promising a rebrand of job centres and more mental health appointments. But critics say it's not good enough - it doesn't include a crackdown on sickness benefits and some argue a rise in employers' National Insurance contributions will stop them taking more people on. Nicky heard from 5 Live listeners….

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