Which policies could prevent young people from becoming unemployed?
The Youth Unemployment Committee is holding two public evidence sessions on possible solutions to youth unemployment, including preventive measures. In the first session, the Committee listens to labour market policy experts speak on this longstanding issue. While in the second session, the Committee focuses on the views of education policy academics. These sessions form part of the Committee’s ongoing inquiry into youth unemployment, education and skills.
- This evidence session is due to be held remotely and streamed on Parliament TV.
- The committee’s work can be followed on its website and via Twitter.
Meeting details
Themes for discussion
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How long it could take for youth employment to return to pre-pandemic levels.
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Particular groups of young people that may be economically scarred due to the pandemic.
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What policies may prove effective in the longer term in encouraging employers to take on young people and equipping young people with the right skills for work.
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The effectiveness of the Government’s education proposals set out in the Skills and Post-16 Education Bill.
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The extent to which young people's education choices at age 16 are shaped by factors including socioeconomic background and gender.
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How employment and pay outcomes vary between young people who follow the academic path and those who pursue technical or vocational qualifications.
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Potential reforms to apprenticeship policy that could increase the number and the quality of apprenticeships.