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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Henry Saker-Clark

Amazon to create thousands of entry-level jobs amid employment crisis

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  • Amazon has committed to creating 30,000 entry-level roles and 10,000 work experience placements for young people in the UK by 2030.
  • The initiative aims to support areas with the fewest opportunities and address high levels of youth unemployment across the country.
  • Latest figures show nearly one million individuals aged 16 to 24 in the UK are currently not in education, employment or training.
  • Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden praised the pledge, stating it aligns with the government's mission to get Britain working.
  • The announcement coincides with the rollout of the government's TechFirst scheme, offering 10,000 tech sector placements backed by firms including Microsoft and IBM.

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