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Why Britain isn't working - with Alison McGovern, Minister of State for Employment

Daily Politics from the New Statesman

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UK Employment Challenges: Navigating Economic Inactivity

This chapter examines the pressing issues within the UK employment landscape, focusing on the divide between technical unemployment and economic inactivity. It highlights the ramifications of the pandemic, the mental health challenges faced by young people, and the geographical disparities in job opportunities. The discussion advocates for significant reforms in the welfare system to better address local employment conditions and improve overall employment rates.

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