The We Society S8 Ep1: How to get work working for everyone with Gavin Kelly
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May 21, 2025 Gavin Kelly, Chief Executive of the Nuffield Foundation, has dedicated 30 years to tackling Britain's economic inactivity. He highlights the alarming rise in NEET youth and its connection to mental health issues, advocating for urgent policy changes. Kelly calls for targeted interventions to address educational disparities and support at-risk young people, while also discussing the employment challenges faced by individuals with health conditions. His insights emphasize the need for inclusive practices to prepare for the evolving workforce demands.
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Understanding Economic Inactivity
- Economic inactivity includes those not working or seeking work, including students and carers.
- The major concern is the rise in inactivity due to long-term sickness crossing 2 million people.
Youth NEET Crisis Rising
- Nearly 1 million youths aged 16 to 24 are not in education, employment, or training (NEET).
- This number is rising quickly and correlates strongly with poor mental health and long-term sickness.
Mental Health and Youth Inactivity
- The sharp rise in mental health problems, especially anxiety and depression, underpins much of youth inactivity growth.
- This issue predates COVID but was worsened by the pandemic and societal changes like social media.