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Government's £1 Billion Plan to Tackle Youth Employment Crisis

3/16/2026

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Health Foundation reports a 70% rise in youths aged 16 to 24 citing health issues as barriers to employment.
Neets with work-limiting conditions have risen, with mental health problems and autism identified as factors.
The government is launching a youth employment initiative, offering a £3,000 grant to hiring businesses and £2,000 apprenticeship incentive.
An additional £1 billion investment aims to create 200,000 jobs and total £2.5 billion over three years.

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Health Foundation reports a 70% rise in youths aged 16 to 24 citing health issues as barriers to employment.
Neets with work-limiting conditions have risen, with mental health problems and autism identified as factors.
The government is launching a youth employment initiative, offering a £3,000 grant to hiring businesses and £2,000 apprenticeship incentive.
An additional £1 billion investment aims to create 200,000 jobs and total £2.5 billion over three years.