In Plain English
AI-generatedThe Employment Assistance (Wales) Bill is a proposal to set out how the Welsh Government will provide or organise employment support for people looking for work in Wales. It is currently at the second reading stage in the House of Commons, meaning MPs are beginning to debate the bill’s general principles. If enacted, the bill would create new duties or powers relating to employment help in Wales.
Key Points
- Creates a framework for employment assistance in Wales and how services are delivered
- Potentially places duties or powers on the Welsh Government and related bodies to provide employment support
- Affects organisations delivering employment services in Wales, such as training providers, charities and local services
- Could influence funding and accountability for employment programmes in Wales
- Will proceed through further parliamentary stages (Committee, Report, Third Reading) and then to the Lords if approved by the Commons
Progress
The bill is at its second reading in the Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee stage for detailed scrutiny, followed by report and third readings, and then onward to the Lords.
Who is affected?
Jobseekers in WalesWelsh employers and businessesOrganisations delivering employment services in Wales (training providers, charities, local partners)Local authorities in WalesWelsh Government departments and agencies involved in employment programmes
Generated 21 February 2026
