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The number of 16-24 year olds not in education or work will reach 1.26 million by 2031

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Analysis done for the Liberal Democrats, the opposition party led by Sir Ed Davey, says the number of Neets aged 16 to 24 will rise by 280,000. That is one in six of the age group, and it would add around £36 billion a year to the benefits bill.

By BriefTea Editorial · 13 November 2026 at 0:59

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