The New Deal programme is open to people aged 25 plus who have been claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance for two years or more. If you have a disability you can join after 1 year - New Deal will offer you the same opportunities as any other jobseeker while making sure you get all the extra help you need.

There are a range of New Deal 25 plus pilot projects being tested around the country using innovative ways of helping local people back to work.

A step-by-step guide to this aspect of the programme is available from the website.