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Employer views on hiring young people survey report
The young people and work report is an independent review of the increase in the number of young people who are not in education, employment or training (NEET).
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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) commissioned an online survey of employers to inform the Milburn Young People and Work report.
This research was designed to provide select findings on employers’ hiring practices, their views of young people, engagement with education and employment support, and recruitment challenges and support needs.
Research value and contribution to the evidence base
The findings from this research have been used to inform the Young people and work: interim report.
It will also inform the wider evidence base on young people not in education, training or employment (NEETs).
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Published 27 August 2026