Neets with mental health issues 'better off in work than on benefits', McFadden says - The Independent
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The UK Work and Pensions Secretary discusses how young people with mental health conditions and neurodiversity should be supported into employment rather than remaining on benefits, citing Denmark's Fleksjob scheme as a model that enables disabled workers to remain employed with reduced hours and adjustments. The Government plans to introduce new legislation next year in response to reviews on disability benefits reform and youth employment.
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Young people with mental health challenges or neurodiversity are better off working than on benefits, the [Work and Pensions Secretary](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/work-and-pensions-secretary) has said, as he promised major welfare overhauls in 2027. Employment is "part of the answer" for the 45% of young people not in employment, education or training (Neets) who have mental health conditโฆ
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