Criticism of Government’s Over Ambitious Employment Targets Labour MP Tom Hayes has raised pressing questions about the UK government's commitment to closing the disability employment gap by 2030. On Monday, Hayes asked the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions whether closing this gap would become an official policy goal. Alison McGovern, the Minister of State responded by highlighting the government’s ambitious plans. She pointed to upcoming legislative efforts, including a White Paper, the Employment Rights Bill, and the Equality (Race and Disability) Bill, as part of a broader strategy to create a more inclusive labour market. Despite these assurances, skepticism remains about the feasibility of achieving an 80% employment rate by 2030, particularly for disabled individuals, given that currently (September 2024) it stands at 52% Critics argue that while the government’s intentions are commendable, substantial structural changes will be required to meet these goals. Th...
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