“At a time when economic inactivity is a pressing concern, any decision to reduce funding to help groups with more complex barriers into employment seems at odds with the govt’s aim to reach an 80% employment rate.” 🗨️⬇️ @samavanzowindett.bsky.social comments on UKSPF ending in @feweek.bsky.social.

Catch up on L&W's @samavanzowindett.bsky.social on BBC Three Counties! 📻 Sam discussed the Government's plans to offer paid work to young people not in work or training, welcoming the plans but highlighting that some young people risk missing out on support. Listen to the interview. ⬇️ (2.08.55)

"With nearly a million young people not currently earning or learning, further investment in the Government's Youth Hubs network is welcome." 💬 L&W Deputy Director Sam Avanzo Windett responds to DWP's expansion of Youth Hubs and its partnership with football clubs to help young people into work.

I'm no longer "On Maternity Leave" and am back at @learnworkuk.bsky.social working Mon-Weds on youth employment and reducing the number of NEET young people, an area which has seen brilliant activity by L&W over the last year lnkd.in/e4vcNCuP. Do get in touch and fill me in on developments!

Tuesday’s @theguardian.com front page: Labour makes pledge to ensure ‘no young person is left behind’ www.theguardian.com/society/2024...