1 in 10 teens are neets!  The number of 16- to 18-year old “neets” – not in educat

Friday, November 20, 2009

The number of 16- to 18-year old “neets” – not in education, employment or training – keeps rising during this recession. And the figure is even higher among 18- to 24-year olds. How can we fix this? Experts suggest increased apprenticeships, internships and skills training to help them succeed in a competitive labor market.  Do you think this would help?

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