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A landmark government-backed review reveals that 15% of British 16-year-olds risk a decade outside education, employment, or training unless policy shifts dramatically. The stark warning comes ahead of next month’s budget, where ministers must decide between expansion of vocational pathways or continued academic emphasis.
Amazon’s UK managing director has dismissed claims that young workers are to blame for rising unemployment. Instead, he points to structural flaws in the job market and calls for systemic change. The comments come as new data shows youth joblessness at a five-year high.
India’s youth unemployment surged to 23.2% in July 2024, with graduates bearing the brunt. A new study reveals a widening gap between education levels and job market demands, leaving millions stranded despite academic qualifications.