Restart Scheme (employer route)
Department for Work & Pensions
Worth
Varies
Deadline
30 June 2026
What it is
Free pre-screened candidate pipeline (UC claimants 6+ months). No direct cash to the employer.
Winding down — final referrals expected June 2026. No cash value; a recruitment pipeline.
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