UK Youth Face 'Lost Generation' Risk as Numbers Outside Work, Education, or Training Near One Million
Summary
The number of young people in Britain not in employment, education, or training is nearing one million, with warnings of a 'lost generation' if the issue is not addressed.
Key Points
- Nearly one million young people in Britain are currently outside employment, education, or training.
- A report warns that by 2031 the number could reach 1.25 million, affecting one in six young people.
- The decline in entry-level jobs such as hospitality and weekend roles is a major cause.
- The report calls for urgent policy action to address the failures in the system.
- British Chambers of Commerce highlights the crisis and urges policymakers to act.
