Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 72625
Employment: Young People
Tabled: 29 August 2025
Answered: 4 September 2025
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment has she made of the (a) quality and (b) security of employment among young people aged 16 to 24.
Answer
Alison McGovernThe employment rate among young people aged 16 to 24 has increased by 1.0%pts on the year to 51.8%. This could indicate that the quality and job security has increased. The Department understands the negative effects of unemployment can be particularly pr...
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