Berkshire Connect to Work Programme

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    "description": "The commissioning of a Supported employment service using both models of Supported Employment (Individual Placement and Support and Supported Employment Quality Framework) for eligible and suitable participants.\nConnect to Work is a major DWP-funded programme that will take a\ncollaborative, locally led approach to tackling \u0027Hidden Unemployment\u0027. It will help connect\nlocal work, health and skills support. The funding provides a coherent, systematic and joined\nup approach to maximise the benefits available for individuals and local communities.\nThe Berkshire Connect to Work Programme intends to appoint a Prime Contractor to deliver the service across all six Berkshire Boroughs, with Wokingham Borough Council as Accountable Body.",
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