The report says that in Thirsk & Malton two per cent of people aged 16-64 are claiming unemployment benefits and Mr Hollinrake believes this is ‘unsustainable’. People seeking work in Thirsk & Malton have to overcome barriers, including transport. Reducing unemployment benefits won’t help anyone to find a job. Read more:Some 3,848 people of working age in Thirsk & Malton currently get PIP. Caroline O'Neill,Chair Thirsk & Malton Labour Party,Albro House,Oswaldkirk,HelmsleyWhat do you think?