AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoYouth Jobs Crisis: The government’s jobs tsar Alan Milburn warns the UK faces “economic catastrophe” unless it adapts to Gen Z “rewired” by smartphones—linking late-night scrolling to anxiety, poorer sleep and weaker focus, and arguing the system is trapping young people in worklessness. Support for Work: In parallel, youth “hub” schemes are being pushed to get 16–24s into jobs faster, with grants and subsidised placements aimed at tackling long-term unemployment. Cost Pressure on Households: Driveway rules in England are changing to speed EV charger rollout, but families may still face extra bills for compliance. Work in Heat: With the first heatwave of the year, the TUC is urging employers to protect staff and push for maximum working temperatures. Local Economy Watch: Scotland’s oil jobs are under fresh pressure as North Sea leaders demand urgent government backing and a clear energy strategy.
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