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Jobcentre

British

/ ˈdʒɒbˌsɛntə /

noun

any of a number of government offices having premises usually situated in or near the main shopping area of a town in which people seeking jobs can consult displayed advertisements in informal surroundings

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Jobcentre users I've spoken to have painted a picture of them as frightening, punitive environments, where people are told what they must do, or face losing their benefits.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Following a pilot project in the Highlands, North and Mid Wales and Greater Manchester, the DWP is going to expand its "Jobcentre on Wheels" initiative.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

"That's the question I've been sitting thinking about myself, to be honest," he says, suggesting a visit to the Jobcentre was not entirely out of the question.

From BBC • Oct. 15, 2025

If you do not receive a payment, you can contact the Pension Service, external or Jobcentre Plus, external.

From BBC • Nov. 19, 2024

If you do not receive a payment, contact the Pension Service or Jobcentre Plus.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2024

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