National Grid has announced a new £5 million fund aimed at helping 5,000 young people who are not currently in employment, education or training find their way into work over the next five years.
The UK Government has announced plans to expand apprenticeship opportunities for young people as part of a wider package of reforms designed to tackle youth unemployment and move away from what ministers describe as a ‘degree by default’ culture.
Marks & Spencer has announced plans to create 1,000 traineeships for young people as part of a new scheme designed to help tackle rising youth unemployment across the UK and Ireland.
Retailers across the UK are warning that rising labour costs and changes to employment rules are making it harder to create entry level jobs for young people, as youth unemployment continues to climb.
Young people across the UK are set to benefit from expanded employment support as the Government confirms plans to roll out 80 new Youth Hubs nationwide.
