Employment: Local Partnerships

Baroness Thomas of Winchester
asked Her Majesty's Government:

What plans they have for the Local Employment Partnerships scheme to offer specialist placement and support for people with mental health problems. [HL516]

The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department for Work and Pensions (Lord McKenzie of Luton)
Support for people with mental health problems is provided through Pathways to Work. We intend to ensure that Pathways providers are able to refer jobseekers to suitable Local Employment Partnership opportunities.