Jobs will be provided for up to 55,000 young people from April 2026 in six part of the UK, based on areas with the highest need

Young people risk having their benefits cut if they refuse job offers under a new government scheme.

Jobs will be provided for up to 55,000 young people from April 2026 in six part of the UK, based on areas with the highest need.

The roles will last six months, with 25 hours a week fully subsidised, and will be offered in industries including construction and hospitality.

You will be eligible if you are aged between 18 and 21 and if you have been on Universal Credit and looking for work for 18 months. The young people will be paid at the relevant minimum wage and also receive fully funded wrap around support.

But speaking to the BBC , Work and Pensions

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