Youth Jobs Plan Gains Traction | Leeds News

Andy Burnham’s government is pushing a bold new plan to slash employment taxes for workers under 25, aiming to boost hiring and break the cycle of youth unemployment. A recent committee found that past cuts to employer National Insurance contributions—costing £25 billion—actually worsened the crisis by making hiring younger workers less attractive. MPs and business leaders are rallying behind the idea, arguing that easing the tax burden could incentivize employers to take a chance on fresh talent, helping young people gain vital experience and build independent futures. With Chancellor John Healey now in charge, the Prime Minister faces mounting pressure to act—this could be the key move to give the next generation a real shot at career success. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5d8e1c3b03d0f866