Youth unemployment highest since 2015 as UK job market slows
UK unemployment rose to 5.1% with 546,000 young people out of work, the highest since 2015. Analysis of the latest ONS data reveals a worrying trend for policymakers. Read the full story.
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Milburn launches review into 1 million inactive UK youth
Former Health Secretary Alan Milburn launches a major review into rising inactivity among young Britons, promising 'uncomfortable truths' and 'radical' solutions to address the Neet crisis.
Young people risk benefit cuts for refusing job offers
The DWP announces a new scheme where 55,000 young people on Universal Credit could lose benefits if they refuse a subsidised job offer. The six-month roles start in April 2026.
Young People Cautious Over Wolf and Lynx Reintroduction
New research from Northern Ireland shows most young people are cautious or opposed to reintroducing wolves and lynx to the UK and Ireland. Discover the key findings and what it means for conservation policy.
Young disabled face NHS wheelchair service struggles
A father reveals his daughter's seven reapplications for a vital NHS wheelchair, highlighting a system failing younger, full-time users. Read the full story and share your views.
Young People's Long-Term Antidepressant Use Skyrockets
New research reveals a 110% surge in long-term antidepressant use among 10-24 year olds in the UK, with 45% taking them beyond recommended guidelines. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
Alarming Study on UK Youth Mental Health Crisis
A stark new study highlights a crisis in young people's mental wellbeing. We examine the findings and the urgent call for action. If you are struggling, support is available.
Rachel Reeves Budget 2025: Young People's Guide
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget brings major changes to ISAs, pensions, and taxes that will impact young people's finances. Discover what you need to know.
Dundalk crash victim Alan McCluskey laid to rest
Hundreds gather in Co Meath for the funeral of Alan McCluskey, one of five young people killed in the Dundalk car crash. A community mourns an unimaginable loss.
Youth Homelessness Crisis Worsens This Winter
A leading charity warns 23,500 young people face homelessness this winter, a worsening crisis. Discover the regional impact and personal stories behind the statistics.
43% of UK teens experience choking during sex
Shocking study reveals normalisation of sexual strangulation among young Britons, with 36% reporting fear and 21% suffering physical harm. Learn the life-threatening risks.
Five young people killed in Dundalk car crash
A community mourns after a devastating crash near Dundalk claims five young lives, including Scottish student Chloe Hipson. Read the full story and tributes.
Five young people die in Co Louth car crash
Communities mourn five young people killed in a two-vehicle collision near Dundalk. Gardaí appeal for witnesses to the tragic incident on the L3168.
Five killed in devastating Co Louth crash
Five young people have died in a shocking two-vehicle collision near Dundalk, Co Louth. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the devastating incident.
Five young people named in Co Louth crash
Five young people, aged 21-23, died in a two-vehicle collision near Dundalk. Gardaí appeal for witnesses. A nation mourns the profound loss.
Five dead in devastating Co Louth road crash
Five young people in their 20s have died in a two-vehicle collision near Dundalk. Gardaí appeal for witnesses to the 'shocking' Saturday night incident.
Young Brits Expose Coastal Town Crisis
Exclusive investigation uncovers the hidden struggles facing young residents in UK coastal communities - from isolation and unemployment to crumbling infrastructure.
Half of inactive UK youth classified as disabled
Groundbreaking research reveals nearly 50% of young Britons not in work or education are officially classified as disabled, with mental health conditions being the primary factor. Experts warn of a growing crisis affecting a generation.
Bowel disease surges 50% in young Brits
Medical experts reveal a worrying 50% increase in diverticulitis cases among under-50s, with poor diets and modern lifestyles blamed for the concerning trend affecting Britain's youth.
Britain's Youth Job Crisis: Skills Gap Leaves Generation Behind
New research reveals a deepening crisis in Britain's job market as young workers struggle with inadequate training and rising unemployment, creating a 'lost generation' in the workforce.
Nigel Planer: The real Neil from The Young Ones
Exclusive interview with Nigel Planer unveils how his iconic character Neil from The Young Ones mirrored his own experiences in London's 1970s counterculture, and why he's now telling his real story.
Starmer slams Reform candidate over racist TV ads complaint
Sir Keir Starmer has condemned Reform UK council candidate Sarah Pochin after she complained about 'too many black and Asian people' in television advertisements, calling the remarks deeply offensive racist rhetoric.
Cannabis rewires young brains: psychiatrist's urgent warning
Leading psychiatrist Professor Sir Robin Murray reveals alarming new evidence about cannabis's devastating impact on developing brains and calls for urgent public health action.
Young people abandoning Wales in record numbers
Official statistics reveal a dramatic population shift as young adults abandon Wales for better opportunities in England, raising concerns about Wales's future economic vitality.
900,000 Young Brits Not in Education or Work
Shocking new DWP figures reveal nearly a million young people are classified as NEETs, with experts warning of a 'ticking time bomb' for the UK economy and society.
DWP launches mandatory work scheme for young benefits claimants
The Department for Work and Pensions launches mandatory work experience programme for young Universal Credit claimants, aiming to tackle youth unemployment.
Joe Swash's Young Dads Documentary Disappoints
Channel 5's documentary on young fatherhood fails to deliver substance, offering shallow content instead of genuine insight into the challenges faced by Britain's young dads.
Youth Suicide Rates Up 50% in Decade
Shocking new data reveals a devastating 50% increase in suicide rates among children and young people in England over the past ten years, with experts calling for urgent mental health reforms.
Young Brits excluded from medical trials, report reveals
Shocking new report reveals how age restrictions and participation barriers in medical trials are putting young people's health at risk and creating dangerous knowledge gaps in treatments.
Medical trial transforms young person's depression battle
A groundbreaking clinical trial offers new hope for treatment-resistant depression as a young patient shares their life-changing experience with an innovative medical approach.
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