Ex-M&S chief to help government tackle youth unemployment
The UK government has appointed former Marks & Spencer chief Marc Bolland to address youth unemployment following a review that highlighted a potential 'lost generation'. The review indicated that one in six young people could be out of work, education, or training in five years without intervention. Bolland's role includes collaborating with business leaders to create more opportunities for young people and advising the Work and Pensions Secretary.
- ▪Marc Bolland has been appointed by the government to tackle youth unemployment.
- ▪A review found that one in six young people may be out of work, education, or training in five years.
- ▪The government plans to support 300,000 work experience and training placements for young people over the next three years.
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Ex-M&S chief to help government tackle youth unemployment11 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGeorge WrightGetty ImagesMarc Bolland also served as chief executive of Morrisons and chief operating officer at HeinekenThe former chief executive of Marks & Spencer has been brought in by the government to help get more young people into work after a review warned of a "lost generation".The review, authored by former minister Alan Milburn, found that one in six young people is set to be out of work, education or training in five years unless action is taken.Marc Bolland has been tasked with bringing business leaders together to expand opportunities for young people.He will also advise Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden on how to respond to the review.Opportunities shrinking…
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