Number of young people not in education, employment or training falls
UKPulse Consumer Desk
The number of 16- to 24-year-olds not in education, employment, or training (Neets) has dropped below 1 million, according to recent figures.
- The number of Neets (16-24 year olds not in education, employment or training) has fallen below 1 million.
- The current Neets figures remain the second-highest in nearly 13 years.
Figures show that the number of 16- to 24-year-olds who are not in education, employment, or training, often referred to as Neets, has decreased to below 1 million. This dip comes as Andy Burnham reportedly prepares new welfare reform initiatives.
Despite this reduction, the current number of Neets remains at the second-highest level recorded in almost 13 years.