M&S launches new traineeship for 1,000 young people
The scheme aims to tackle the "growing challenge" of young people not in employment, education, or training.
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Notable Quotes
"We want more young people to see retail not just as a first job, but as a career with real opportunity, real responsibility and real progression."
— Thinus Keeve , Executive
"The risk that, if we don't drive a skilling agenda... that really thinks about social mobility, then we do risk leaving people behind."
— Darren Hardman , Executive
"We want more young people to see retail not just as a first job, but as a career with real opportunity, real responsibility and real progression."
— Thinus Keeve , Executive
"The risk that, if we don't drive a skilling agenda... that really thinks about social mobility, then we do risk leaving people behind."
— Darren Hardman , Executive
"We will make tech work for everyone, not just the privileged few."
— Sir Keir Starmer , Politician
"El comercio minorista es una de las pocas carreras en las que se puede empezar joven, aprender rápido, liderar equipos desde el principio y construir un futuro brillante a través del trabajo duro y la ambición."
— Thinus Kiev , Executive
"Un trabajo de sábado puede cambiar la vida de una persona joven."
— Stuart Machin , Executive
Key People
Former health secretary who authored the youth engagement report.
Chief executive for Microsoft in the UK and Ireland.
Chancellor who announced guaranteed paid work placements for youth.
Leader of the Labour Party and Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras.
CEO of M&S with a background in retail management.
Retail director at Marks and Spencer.
Retail director of M&S who promotes career opportunities in retail.
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The scheme aims to tackle the "growing challenge" of young people not in employment, education, or training.
Marks & Spencer has unveiled a new traineeship scheme designed to support 1,000 young individuals, addressing concerns about youth unemployment and skills development.
Marks & Spencer is launching a new training scheme for young people aiming to tackle the 'growing youth unemployment challenge' by creating 1,000 training places in the UK and Ireland over the next 18 months.
Marks & Spencer will help 1,000 young people boost their careers amid fears that youth unemployment could rise to 18% by next spring.
The scheme aims to tackle the 'growing challenge' of young people not in employment, education, or training.
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