Colin continues his campaign for better opportunities for young people, saying “This waste of young talent is feeding directly into the general malaise”
Economy ‘in crisis’ as nearly 1m young Britons not in work, training or education
GB News By Patrick O’Donnell
Published: 20/11/2025 – 11:56
The British economy faces a “crisis in plain sight” as nearly one million young individuals are not employed, in education or training, according to shocking new figures.
Based on the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS), 946,000 individuals aged 16 to 24 between July and September were found to be are classified as NEET.
These figures show a marginal decrease from 948,000 in the previous quarter, yet the proportion of young people in this category has reached its highest point in over a decade.
The statistics indicate that NEET rates have been climbing steadily since 2021, with the current levels representing the most significant concentration since 2014, highlighting persistent challenges in youth engagement across education and employment sectors.
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