Claimant count falls in Falkirk area as DWP continues to help fill job vacancies
The DWP has revealed the number of people claiming unemployment benefits has fallen compared to this time last year.
Latest labour market statistics show 2970 people in the claimant count in June 2026 – including 680 young people aged 18 to 24 and 640 people aged 50 and over.
In the Grangemouth area the overall claimant count has reduced by 30 compared with last year – a fall of two per cent.
The DWP states job centres across Falkirk and Grangemouth continue to work closely with employers, Forth Valley College, local partners and community
organisations to help more people move into work, build confidence and access training and support.
Shaun Cowie, DWP external relations leader, said: “We want to work with you to fill your vacancies. Our Jobcentres are open for recruitment events tailored to individual employers, and we regularly host jobs fairs that bring multiple businesses together under one roof.
"We can also organise work academies and boot camps to help prepare candidates for your roles.
“Jobseekers are also encouraged to check out the range of vacancies available on Find a Job, with opportunities across sectors including retail, warehouse, social
care, hospitality, security and administration.
"Our teams are focused on matching local people with local vacancies, while helping employers access a wider pool of candidates. That includes supporting people to update their CVs, prepare for interviews, build confidence and consider training routes into sectors where employers are actively recruiting.”
Local job centres are also strengthening ties with Forth Valley College and partners across the Falkirk and Grangemouth area to support young people aged 16 to 24
who are not currently in education, employment or training.
This closer working will be supported by the full launch of the Youth Hub on August 10, bringing together the Jobcentre Youth Work Coach, local partners and
support providers to make it easier for young people to access help in one place.
Luke Buchanan, manager at Falkirk Jobcentre, said: “The Youth Hub will make local opportunities and support networks more accessible to young people who are out of work or education.
“It will provide a great opportunity to take part in recruitment events, access tailored employability and skills support, and connect with partners and providers offering help across a range of areas, from homelessness to mental health.”