Clegg's Youth Contract - workfare?

In response to the challenge of youth unemployment the Government announced a £1billion Youth Contract to help young unemployed people get a job. The Youth Contract, which launched in April 2012, will provide nearly half-a-million new opportunities for 18-24 year olds, including apprenticeships and voluntary work experience placements.

It also marks a substantial increase in the support and help available to young people through the Work Programme, Jobcentre Plus and sector-based work academies.

Supporting the Youth Contract could benefit your business in many ways including financially. A wage incentive may be available if you take on a young person through the Work Programme or Jobcentre Plus in eligible areas.