LONDON, Oct. 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news:
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New Youth HubopenMonday,Wednesdayand FridayinExeterwill offerCV advice, skills training, mental health support, housing advice, and careers guidance under one roof.
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With almost a million young people not in education, employment or training Youth Hubs will open in every local area in Great Britain togive young people access to vital support on their doorstep.
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Opening comes as Government invests £2.5 billion to ensure all young peoplehave the opportunity toearn or learn.
Youth Hubs are locations which bring together Jobcentre Plus, local authority services,employersand training providers under one roof to provide vital help to get young people aged 16 to 24 back on track.
The Youth Hub forExeterwill be basedatSt James Park, Stadium Way, Exeter EX4 6PX.
OpenonMonday, Wednesday andFriday,the Hub is part of the Government's commitment to deliver a Youth Hub in every local area of Great Britainover the next three years, building a national network of support for thenearly onemillion young people not in education,employmentor training.
As part of the expansion, every Youth Hub will meet a set ofminimumstandards, ensuring young people can access on-site jobcentre support alongside mental health and housing support, skills and training opportunities, careers guidance and direct connections to employers with live job and apprenticeship opportunities.
Workand Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden said:
This new Youth Hub marks a major step forward for young peopleinExeter, delivering real support and opportunity right here in the community.
We are determined to bring opportunity to every corner of the country because no matter where you grow up, you deserve the chance to earn, to learn and to get on in life.
TheExeterYouth Hub will work with local partners including ExeterCity Community Trust, Exeter College, Co-Labs, Young Devon and YMCAto deliver tailored support that reflects the needs of the local economy, helping to break down barriers to work and accelerate pathways into employment.
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Youth Hubs support young people aged 16-24.
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The programme brings together national and local partners to deliver integrated employment support.
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Further Youth Hubs will continue to roll out across Great Britain as part of the Government's Youth Guarantee.
Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication.
