29/05/2026
The UK is facing a youth employment crisis. By the end of 2025, nearly one in eight young people were classified as NEET (not in employment, education or training). The Milburn report warns this could soar to over 1.25 million within five years if nothing changes.
This is a big moment for UK employers. While financial and operational pressures are real, how can businesses step up to support the next generation?
đź“° Read Alan's comments in HRreview and HR Grapevine:
https://hrreview.co.uk/hr-news/jobs-labour-market/uk-risks-lost-generation-as-youth-unemployment-crisis-deepens/388139
https://www.hrgrapevine.com/content/article/2026-05-28-youth-jobs-crisis-risks-becoming-perfect-storm-for-uk-employers-warns-milburn-review
📺 Watch Gemma on TalkTV:
https://www.youtube.com/live/5wsrD1b2COU?si=eGmadXOIKRtK0Y3w&t=13405