The use of benefit sanctions has decreased, while Universal Credit cases have surged by over 200,000 since autumn 2023. Ms. Kendall noted that nearly 1 million young people are currently not engaged in work, education, or training, risking sanctions for rejecting job offers. The Department for Work and Pensions disclosed that 602,000 claimants were sanctioned from November 2023 to October 2024, with 5.6% of Universal Credit claimants facing sanctions in October 2024. Individuals may be penalized for missing Jobcentre interviews or failing to provide a valid reason for quitting their jobs.