Nuneaton’s MP Marcus Jones has welcomed new figures showing since 2010 the number of people in Nuneaton claiming Jobseekers Allowance fell by 1,388 - a 54 per cent drop.

This means more people in work, with the security of a good job and a regular pay packet so they can provide for themselves and their families.

People are getting off benefits and into work across the West Midlands region, with 130,000 more people in work since the last Labour Government. Across the UK, there are 2 million more people at work than at the end of thirteen years of a Labour Government.

The town’s MP has announced the date of his next Jobs Fair – set for Friday 10 July at North Warwickshire and Hinckley College.

Commenting, Marcus said: “It’s great news that over the last five years the number people of people relying on Jobseekers Allowance here in Nuneaton has fallen by 54 per cent.

“That means more families with the security and stability of a regular pay packet – with good jobs being created by businesses. And in a further boost for families financial security we’ve also seen the highest real wage rises in seven years over the last year.

“This is down to the hard work and the determination of people here, as well as the Conservatives’ strong leadership and clear economic plan. As a Government for working people we’re committed to go further, as we work towards a Britain of full employment, which offers working people security at every stage of their life.”