According to new research, 92.8% of jobseekers aged over 50 feel the Government is ignoring the problem of over 50s unemployment.
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Employers could be sued under age discrimination laws for taking part in Nick Clegg’s £1 billion scheme to get young people jobs, the Government’s own official guidance has warned.
The number of unemployed young people has passed the million mark, according to statistics to be published this week.
A recent study suggests nearly half of employers believe that the abolition of the DRA will have a negative impact on their business, with 22% citing the biggest practical impact being a reduced capacity to take on younger staff.
Unemployment hits young people most. The number of unemployed 18-24 year olds shot up by 77,000 to 769,000 a rise of 11%.
Simon Kelner is Editor-in-Chief of The Independent, The Independent on Sunday and i.
The study by online mentoring service FutureYou found revealed some startling statistics in addition to age discrimination, including that 69% believe their talent is being thrown away.
Stamped with the "hoodies" or "chav" label and thought of as disrespectful and dangerous, young poeple are marginalised and stigmatised.
Statistics gathered after a survey by the Prince's Trust of more than 2,300 people aged 16-24 suggested those from deprived backgrounds were three times more likely to say they will "end up on benefits". Calls to end "aspiration gap".
It could only happen in China. Five years ago, in a scheme marshalled by the Shanghai authorities, thousands of 17 to 22-year olds were assessed for their intelligence and skills.
A recent Bitish Youth Council survey reveals the most important issues for young people ahead of the General Election.
A new poll shows that many young people have experienced age discrimination.