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Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham accused Labour’s London-centric leadership of ignoring the cost of living crisis while unveiling plans for a sweeping welfare shake-up. The move comes as former Health Secretary Alan Milburn warns of a ‘lost generation’ trapped in economic despair.
More than one in three young people in the UK are trapped in a cycle of joblessness, with over 1.2 million aged 24 and under neither employed nor in training. A new survey reveals the scale of economic exclusion crippling a generation poised to enter the workforce.
New warnings suggest one in six young people could remain unemployed without sweeping welfare reforms, reigniting tensions within Labour ranks. Former minister Alan Milburn’s report slams the party’s failure to act, while energy bills soar and geopolitical tensions drive up household costs.
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.
The chief executive of Next Plc has warned of a steep decline in entry-level positions across the UK labour market. Data shows vacancies for school leavers and graduates have fallen by a third in the past year.
A scathing review reveals the stark disparity: £25 goes to benefits for every £1 spent on jobs for young people. Former minister Alan Milburn calls for urgent reallocation of resources to tackle chronic youth inactivity.
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.
The UK government is offering financial grants to companies that hire young unemployed individuals, aiming to reduce youth unemployment. This initiative seeks to boost employment rates among the younger demographic.