The UK government has initiated the Jobs Guarantee program, offering paid work opportunities to 18-24-year-olds claiming Universal Credit and seeking employment for 18 months. The scheme, part of a £2.5 billion youth employment drive, will create over 90,000 fully funded roles by 2029. Participants will receive up to 25 hours of weekly paid work at the National Minimum Wage, alongside skills training and support to overcome barriers to employment. Initial roles are available in retail, administration, and warehouse sectors, with Boots and OCS among participating employers. The program will initially roll out in regions with high youth unemployment, including Birmingham, the East Midlands, and Central Scotland, before expanding nationwide. The initiative aims to help over one million young people enter work or training, addressing long-term unemployment and supporting employer needs.
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