A unique pilot programme which supports Birmingham and Solihull people with ill health or disabilities back into work is being hailed for the impact it is having.

WorkWell is being run in East Birmingham and North Solihull and has helped around 600 people since it was launched in October 2024.

It is one of 15 being run across the UK and has recorded a 98 per cent satisfaction rate amongst the people who benefit from the course.

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And it is now hoped the pilot programme, which received £1.7 million in Government funding to establish, will be extended beyond March 2026 when it is due to end.

NHS Birmingham and Solihull work with organisations Birmingham Disability Resource Centre, Sahe

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