MORE than 100 Barnsley residents with autism and learning disabilities will be helped back into work thanks to a new scheme.
Barnsley is one of 24 councils across the country to get a share of £7.6m to target vulnerable groups who face barriers gaining work, it was announced on Wednesday.
In Barnsley, 140 people will benefit from the support thanks to the town’s funding allocation.
Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, Chloe Smith, said: “Disabled people deserve the same opportunities to start, stay and succeed in employment as everyone else.
“We know that those with autism and learning disabilities can face particular barriers to employment, which is why we’re spending £490,000 in Barnsley.
“We hope to break down those barriers and use local networks to help more disabled people reach their full potential.”
We have been at the heart of our community, every week, since 1858. The town and its people have changed dramatically since then but the Chronicle has been a constant.
It’s our belief that news should be available to everyone regardless of their circumstance. But we need a little helping hand to do so.
Production Editor, Ashley Ball, said: "In an ever changing media world, it’s important that news is reported correctly and without any hidden agenda.
Your support allows us to keep holding decision-makers to account and report on everything that happens in the town, good or bad, fairly."
