An interesting case where someone argued that New Deal was against Human Rights (not precise wording) stating it was a form of “modern slavery”. Also argues the Tribunals independence.
New Deal Complaints of Human Rights violations
Cambridge Jobseeker felt “humiliated and degraded”
A job seeker felt humiliated and degraded after attending a New Deal course which involved nothing other than watching DVDs, regular walks in the park and newspaper tower contests. Read the rest of this entry »
A4e ‘Sugar Daddy’ employee targets vulnerable in-debt client
This complaint is probably one of the most serious and shocking I have heard. The complaint is an in depth account of a young woman’s experience at Action 4 Employment - the largest New Deal provision prime contractor and training provider. I can only advise others who are intending to go on a New Deal, Flexible New Deal or other training course with A4e that they take steps for their own safety. A4e have not yet responded to the complaint. A long read - but will be worth it. Read the rest of this entry »