We recommend that the Government conducts a review into the future reform of jobcentres and to assess whether a public employment service offers better solutions in alternative settings (as well as online) that will improve the accessibility and quality of employment advice for people over 50.

We recommend that the Government conducts a review into the future reform of jobcentres and to assess whether a public employment service offers better solutions in alternative settings (as well as online) that will improve the accessibility and quality of employment advice for people over 50. Type: recommendation | Number: 35 | Paragraph: 203 | Response status: under_consideration Government response: The Government is promoting returnerships pathways (SWAPS, skills bootcamps and apprenticeships) through the DfE’s Skills for Life campaign and through Jobcentre Plus communications channels to increase awareness of these options amongst the over 50s. When engaging with 50+ claimants, Work Coaches w