Business · 16 March 2026
£1 Billion Plan to Create 200,000 Young Jobs
UK Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden said Labour MPs have “no reason” to oppose the government’s latest welfare reform push. The plan includes a £1 billion youth employment programme offering up to £3,000 to businesses that hire unemployed young people and incentives for apprenticeships. Ministers say the changes aim to reduce youth joblessness and shift welfare toward employment support. However, critics warn the reforms could affect disability benefits and limit some training schemes, sparking concern among some lawmakers and advocacy groups.
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