One million young people in the UK are left behind without education or jobs

In the UK, one million young people aged 16 to 24 are currently not in education, employment, or training. This crisis, exacerbated by the pandemic, has led to increased mental health issues and school absenteeism. In response, Reform UK has proposed a £1.5 billion initiative to boost apprenticeships and provide financial incentives for businesses to hire young apprentices.

One million young people in the UK are left behind without education or jobs
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Published Aug 20, 2026
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