Joe Pike

Joe Pike, a political journalist and commentator, joins the discussion on innovative government plans to tackle youth unemployment. With over 900,000 young people on Universal Credit, Joe explains Labour's £800m initiative for creating taxpayer-funded jobs in fields like construction and hospitality. They delve into the political risks of youth disaffection and the challenges of aligning welfare reforms with voter concerns. The conversation further explores the chaotic launch of new political parties and the changing landscape of job prospects for young people.