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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ian Jones

What is causing the rise of Neets? Data and trends behind youth unemployment as Andy Burnham addresses rising problem

The recent rise in young people not in education, employment or training – Neets – has been driven by a record number who are classed as economically inactive.

Andy Burnham has announced a major shake-up to England’s education system in a bid to tackle youth unemployment and continue the government’s devolution drive.

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