Gavin Williamson, MP for South Staffordshire, has welcomed new figures showing since 2010 the number of people in South Staffordshire claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance fell by 963 - a 57 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.
People are getting off benefits and into work across the West Midlands. Across the UK, there are 2 million more people at work than at the end of thirteen years of a Labour Government.
Commenting on the figures Gavin said: “It’s fantastic news that over the last five years the number people of people relying on Jobseeker’s Allowance here in South Staffordshire has fallen by 963.
“That means more families with the security and stability of a regular pay packet – with good jobs being created. 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.”