Member

On the substance of this amendment, strategic authorities have a key role to play in tackling the NEET rate, which is why we are delivering eight strategic authority-led youth guarantee trailblazers. These are testing how best to join up services and offer targeted support to young people who are NEET, or at risk of becoming NEET, through localised approaches. The lessons from these trailblazers will be critical in forming the most effective policy approach. Additionally, the Milburn review is progressing and expected to make recommendations for policy responses to increase opportunities for young people. It is right to wait for the outcome of the review before legislating, to build consensus and ensure that incentives are aligned. In reply to the noble Lord, Lord Young, I will follow up with colleagues in the relevant department about the response to the Select Committee report. I was not aware that was late, but I will chase it up with my colleagues.