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UK Youth NEET Crisis: One Million Lack Job Skills

1/10/2026

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Nearly one million young people aged 16–24 in the United Kingdom were NEET at the end of 2025, per the Office for National Statistics.
The government launched a review into crisis, led by former Labour Health Secretary Alan Milburn.
Missed Covid-19 opportunities left many youths without essential work readiness skills.
Experts emphasize the importance of soft skills for job success.
Experts recommend traditional job-seeking methods over digital applications to improve prospects.

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Story summary

Nearly one million young people aged 16–24 in the United Kingdom were NEET at the end of 2025, per the Office for National Statistics.
The government launched a review into crisis, led by former Labour Health Secretary Alan Milburn.
Missed Covid-19 opportunities left many youths without essential work readiness skills.
Experts emphasize the importance of soft skills for job success.
Experts recommend traditional job-seeking methods over digital applications to improve prospects.