DWP told to publish names of organisations involved in workfare
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DWP told to publish names of organisations involved in workfare 1

20 May 2013 | Vibeka Mair
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The Information Tribunal has ruled that the Department for Work and Pensions must publish the names of the businesses and charities which are involved in its unpaid work experience schemes.

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