unemployment.But the Government will only fund 25 hours a week at the national minimum wage of £8.20 an hour for under-25s, with employers topping up wages as they see fit.Speaking ahead of his speech, Sunak said: “Young people bear the brunt of most economic crises but are at particular risk this time because they work in the sectors disproportionately hit by the pandemic.“Youth unemployment has a long-term impact on jobs and wages and we don’t want to see that happen to this generation.
So we’ve got a bold plan to protect, support and create jobs – a Plan for Jobs.”TUC general secretary Frances O’Grady said: “Unions have been pushing hard for a jobs guarantee for young workers who lose their jobs during this crisis.“The Chancellor has.
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