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House of Commons · Adjournment Debate

Education, Employment and Training: Young People

04 September 2023 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Philip Hollobone Con Kettering

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Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Philip Hollobone raised concerns about education, employment and training: young people in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

Key points

  • MP for Kettering highlighted the issue of youth unemployment among NEETs, noting 788,000 young people aged 16 to 24 are not in education, employment or training.
  • The MP discussed the importance of better education, training opportunities, and employer support to address youth unemployment.
  • The Minister acknowledged concerns and highlighted government initiatives such as the ladder of opportunity and investments in post-16 education, apprenticeships, and T-levels.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Philip Hollobone Con Kettering

The MP for Kettering highlighted the issue of youth unemployment among NEETs in his constituency and across the UK, noting that approximately 788,000 young people aged 16 to 24 are not in education, employment or training. He discussed the impact this has on local communities and the importance of addressing the problem through better education, training opportunities, and support for employers to provide quality youth employment standards. The MP commended Youth Employment UK's efforts in Kettering and called on the Minister to visit his constituency to discuss strategies to reduce NEET rates and prevent young people from falling into unemployment.

Other contributors (1)
  • Jim Shannon DUP Strangford

    The hon. Member emphasised that while raising ambitions for young people through A-levels, T-levels, and quality apprenticeships is important, it should not leave any group behind.

Government Response

Robert Halfon

The Minister acknowledged the concerns raised by the hon. Member for Kettering regarding youth unemployment and NEETs, emphasising that the Government is committed to addressing these issues through a comprehensive strategy. He highlighted various initiatives such as the ladder of opportunity, social justice pillars including place, privilege, and prestige, and investments in post-16 education, apprenticeships, and T-levels. The Minister also mentioned specific funding for Kettering's Tresham College and praised Youth Employment UK's work in promoting quality youth employment standards.

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