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UK Bans Unpaid Internships to Protect 15 Million Workers

7/17/2025

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The UK government is taking a bold step to ban exploitative unpaid internships, a move that promises to uplift over 15 million workers. With a 12-week Call for Evidence initiated on July 17, officials seek to understand how these internships affect young people. Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds champions the cause, advocating for equal opportunities and enhanced protections for the youth.

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The UK government is taking a bold step to ban exploitative unpaid internships, a move that promises to uplift over 15 million workers. With a 12-week Call for Evidence initiated on July 17, officials seek to understand how these internships affect young people. Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds champions the cause, advocating for equal opportunities and enhanced protections for the youth.