Why it matters: The Connect to Work programme would offer training, one-to-one support and job placements to people with health conditions, disabilities and complex barriers over the next five years.
The details: Suffolk County Council's cabinet will consider approving the Get Suffolk Working strategy, which has been developed in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions and local health boards.
The programme is part of the government's national Get Britain Working initiative to reduce economic inactivity.
Funding would cover employment coaches, job matching services and support designed to help people find work that aligns with their experience and capabilities.
What they're saying: Cllr Richard Smith, deputy leader of the council and cabinet member for finance, economic development and skills, said: "There is strong evidence that being in work improves health and wellbeing and helps prevent social exclusion. Our economy also depends on a strong, skilled workforce for it to grow and thrive."
He added: "Everyone deserves the chance for a meaningful, secure and fairly paid job. This plan will help to make that possible."
What's next: The cabinet will be asked to delegate authority to the Get Suffolk Working Partnership Board to finalise and oversee delivery. The final plan is expected to be published by the end of October.
The bottom line: Details about how residents can access support and when services will launch have not yet been announced.
Have you faced barriers getting back into work? If you have experience navigating job hunting with a health condition, disability or other challenges, we would like to hear from you. Email Matt at matthew@ipswich.co.uk.
