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Chancellor Unveils £820 Million Youth Guarantee for NEETs

11/27/2025

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The Chancellor announced £820 million in funding for the Youth Guarantee scheme.
The scheme targets 18- to 21-year-olds not earning or learning for 18 months.
It will run three years and provide paid work placements, apprenticeships, training, or education.
Nearly one million young people are not in education, employment, or training (NEET).
In her Budget speech, Rachel Reeves said the funding will support those let down by the Conservatives.

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The Chancellor announced £820 million in funding for the Youth Guarantee scheme.
The scheme targets 18- to 21-year-olds not earning or learning for 18 months.
It will run three years and provide paid work placements, apprenticeships, training, or education.
Nearly one million young people are not in education, employment, or training (NEET).
In her Budget speech, Rachel Reeves said the funding will support those let down by the Conservatives.