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Amazon promises 30,000 jobs for young people across the UK by 2030

Nearly 1 million young people in the UK are outside education, work or training, prompting employers to expand hiring. Amazon UK chief John Boumphrey announced the plan ahead of the Budget, covering permanent and seasonal positions paying at least £31,000 annually. Tesco, Boots, McDonald’s and Nando’s have also backed plans to create 100,000 jobs for young people.

By BriefTea Editorial · 21 October 2026 at 5:13

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