Like many initiatives triggered by the Covid pandemic, Kickstart was rushed and has failed to deliver predicted benefits.
Work experience
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Employers can now apply to offer fully-subsidised work placements to 16- to 24-year olds under the government’s Kickstart scheme –...
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Mims Davies MP: Why Kickstart’ is serious about jobs for young people
by Mims Daviesby Mims DaviesMinister for employment Mims Davies explains how Kickstart will create opportunities for under-25s.
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Employers in England will be given £1,000 for each work experience placement.