Mayor guarantees work experience for under-18s (opens original article in a new tab)

The mayor of West Yorkshire has pledged to ensure all under-18s complete work experience placements and increase apprenticeships, aiming to reduce youth unemployment and improve education outcomes.

• Mayor of West Yorkshire pledges work experience for all under-18s by 2025
• Strategy includes increasing apprenticeships and funding for construction placements
• Goal to reduce NEET rate from 6% to 3% by 2035