Summary
The government plans to offer jobs and training to young people in industries like construction and hospitality to reduce youth unemployment. They will fund 350,000 placements and ensure 55,000 jobs in areas needing the most help by spring 2026. The initiative is part of an £820 million budget to reduce the number of young people on Universal Credit who are not working or studying.
Key Facts
- The government plans to create job opportunities in construction and hospitality for young people.
- They will fund 350,000 training and work experience placements.
- 55,000 guaranteed jobs will be provided in areas with high need by spring 2026.
- £820 million has been set aside to fund these initiatives.
- Nearly a million young people in the UK are not in work, education, or training.
- Young people on Universal Credit will compete for jobs and training in regions like Birmingham, Greater Manchester, and parts of Scotland and Wales.
- Each young person will have dedicated support and may be referred to jobs, apprenticeships, or training programs.
- A government-backed program will offer free apprenticeship training for those under 25 at small and medium businesses.
