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WorldParents on Benefits to Get Up To £4,500 for Apprenticeships
Families receiving benefits could gain up to £4,500 annually to support children starting apprenticeships. This initiative, funded by a £30m levy pot, seeks to remove financial barriers and address the high number of young people not in education, employment, or training.
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WorldDudley youth unemployment rate hits 21.5%
Dudley has recorded a NEET and 'not known' rate of 21.5% among young people, far above the national average. This comes as youth service expenditure in the West Midlands has fallen by approximately 88% between 2011 and 2022.
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WorldCoastal Youth Face Poverty and Lack of Opportunity
Young people in coastal towns across England and Wales are experiencing higher rates of poverty and fewer employment prospects. A significant decline in youth service funding and a lack of opportunities contribute to widespread NEET figures.
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