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Chancellor backs young people into work by supporting jobs

UK · 2026-09-28

Key takeaway

UK Chancellor launches a package to support 130,000 jobs, focusing on apprenticeships and skills training.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerthe UK Chancellor announces funding for 130,000 jobs, restoring the Union Learning Fund and expanding apprenticeship services
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onthe expanded skills and apprenticeship pipeline increases the supply of trained young workers entering the labour market
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onSMEs and advanced manufacturers like Rolls Royce benefit from a larger skilled talent pool, easing recruitment bottlenecks and supporting sector growth
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youSMEs that engage early with apprenticeship services secure priority access to new talent, reducing wage pressure and improving operational capacity

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Source: HM Treasury

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