More support will be rolled out to unemployed people as new Labour Market figures published today show a rise in the numbers of people claiming unemployment benefits. With over half a million vacancies in the economy which employers are trying to fill, a package of measures is being announced today which will help people gain the right training and skills to ensure they stand the best chance possible of getting back to work. Employment Minister, Tony McNulty said: "This month’s Labour Market figures are very disappointing and we will do all we can to give real support to people during … Continue reading Help for the UK Unemployed

For the first time, foreign nationals in Sheffield can enrol for identity cards containing their facial image and fingerprints, the Home Secretary announced during a visit to the city today. ID cards will securely lock foreign nationals to one identity and help businesses crack down on illegal working. Biometric enrolment for the cards – which involves individuals having their digital photograph and fingerprints recorded – will take place at the UK Border Agency’s Vulcan House building. The Home Secretary opened the building today and met some of the 1,900 staff working there. The Home Secretary also met staff working on … Continue reading ID Cards now offered in Sheffield