Clause 9
Welfare Reform Bill
Amendment proposed [this day]: No. 227, in page 7, line 40, at end add—
‘(5) Regulations under subsection (1) shall—
(a) ensure the full programme of work focused interviews is offered to those in the support group who indicate a desire to take part in these aspects of the programme,
(b) not penalise those persons for failing to participate in these activities, and
(c) treat engagement in—
(i) part time work,
(ii) voluntary work,
(iii) training courses, and
(iv) community activities
as valid outcomes from the work focused interviewprocess that would not automatically lead to a suspensionof payment of the employment and support allowance.’.—[Mr. Hunt.]