Jobcentre Staff Told By DWP Not To Record Number Of People They Send To Foodbanks

A directive, issued by the DWP, tells staff they must not use the term “referral” or “voucher”, and should not keep any record of the number of people they “signpost” to foodbanks.  Critics have urged the Government to halt the practice as ministers have used the lack of records to dodge questions about the impact of welfare reforms. The revelation also indicates how charities are being relied upon to support the benefits system, but not to what extent. One major food bank charity says it hands out nearly 60,000 food parcels every year as a result of “signposting”. Read more on the Huff Post website.

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