More than 1,000 people have been helped into employment in North Lanarkshire over the past 12 months. ‌

The number of people claiming JobSeekers Allowance in August stood at 6,800 - a reduction of 1040 on the previous 12 months which is a 13 per cent reduction. ‌

There was also a five per cent reduction for those aged 18 to 24 while there was a 16 per cent drop for those over the age of 50. ‌

Jobcentre Plus is stepping up efforts to support young people in North Lanarkshire as they make the leap from education into employment.

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