Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosted a roundtable discussion this morning with hospitality organisations that work to support individuals facing barriers to employment, training and education. The meeting was part of the government’s effort to ensure every young person can realise their potential regardless of background. Starmer highlighted the government’s focus on technical education and skills, stressing that university should not be the sole route to success. Plans include boosting participation in high‑level skills training, expanding technical excellence colleges, and prioritising youth apprenticeships to meet future economic needs. He also outlined broader measures to help young people, such as breakfast clubs, expanded childcare, lifting the two‑child benefit limit, the Youth Guarantee and a £3,000 incentive for businesses that hire those out of work for six months. Participants were invited to share their experiences of existing schemes and ideas for improvement.
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