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More than a quarter of a million workplace training places in the UK for benefit claimants have been filled with the Sector-based Work Academy Programmes (SWAPs).
266,000 workplace training places were delivered in a bid to boost skills and long-term economic growth.
These programmes aim to give jobseekers a work opportunity with on-the-job training and experience before an interview.
SWAPs are often backed by employers looking to fill active vacancies.
Some of the most popular places were in sectors such as construction, security, and hospitality.
Mel Stride MP, secretary of state for work and pensions, said the programme is a great way for people to learn new skills and gain on the job experience.
He added: "From coding to matchday stewarding, becoming a fitness instructor or learning to mix cocktails in hospitality, there’s a breadth of courses backed by big industry names to appeal to jobseekers of any age, background and experience out there."
20-24 year olds made the most starts on SWAPs of any age group at 40,700, while 38,040 starts have been made by workers over 50.
London saw the highest take up of SWAPs followed by the South East region.
Mary Macleod, chief executive of Business in the Community, said: "Offering pre-employment support to jobseekers is critical in helping more people into work and to transform their lives."
Sue Robb of 4Children talks to Julie Laughton and Alison Britton from the Department for Education about the role of childminders in delivering the 30 hours free entitlement.
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