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The ESRC and DWP are launching a new independent What Works Centre for Local Employment Support, focused on developing and testing evidence-based, locally delivered ways to help people get into, stay in, and thrive at work.

Watch this recording of the applicant webinar to learn about the funding opportunity, hear insights from policy and sector leaders, and take part in a live Q&A with the ESRC team.

Full details about the opportunity can be found on UKRI’s Funding Finder:

What Works Centre (WWC) for local employment support – UKRI
ukri.org/opportunity/what-works-centre-wwc-for-local-employment-support

Please note that this funding opportunity closes on 19 May 2026 (4pm)

Timestamps:
01.07: Welcome
04.26: The funding opportunity - a high-level overview
14.08: What it’s like to set up and run a WWC
25.18: The wider policy landscape