The sanction regime has not changed. In fact, sanctions have been at a record low over the past year. We are applying a sensible approach, recognising the number of vacancies, so that we can help people to get back into work as quickly as possible.

[Official Report, 7 February 2022, Vol. 708, c. 677.]

Letter of correction from the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, the right hon. Member for Suffolk Coastal (Dr Coffey).

An error has been identified in the response given to the hon. Member for Glasgow East (David Linden) in Work and Pensions questions.

The correct response should have been:

The sanction regime has not changed. In fact, sanctions have been at a record low in the past year. We are applying a sensible approach, recognising the number of vacancies, so that we can help people to get back into work as quickly as possible.