90,000 young people furthest from work to be given guaranteed job, no matter where they live - GOV.UK
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The UK government is expanding its Jobs Guarantee scheme nationwide to support over 90,000 young people furthest from work, with eligibility now including those receiving the health element of Universal Credit (young people with health conditions or disabilities) on a voluntary basis from April 2027. The scheme provides up to 25 hours of paid work weekly for 6 months at minimum wage, with tailored pre-employment and in-work support to help participants overcome barriers to employment.
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* Guaranteed jobs for young people on Universal Credit will be rolled out across all areas of Great Britain, after successful trial, to support over 90,000 young people furthest from work into a role. * From April those who are eligible will also be supported into work sooner, after 12 months rather than 18, as part of major shakeup in support for young people. * Expansion comes ahead of Alan Milbโฆ
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