Government's Kickstart Scheme and Support for Youth Employment

The chapter analyses the government's kickstart scheme as a replacement for the furlough scheme, targeting support for young individuals between 16 to 24 years old claiming universal credit. It discusses the funding provided for businesses to hire young employees, comparing it to the furlough scheme and advocating for continued support in sectors facing challenges. Various perspectives, including those of Conservative MPs, a software development company director, and Network Rail, are presented regarding the opportunities and challenges of the kickstart scheme in promoting youth employment and supporting industry growth.