A £725m package of reforms to the apprenticeship system will help tackle youth unemployment and drive economic growth, with as many as 50,000 more young people expected to benefit over the next three years. As part of the package, the Government will cover the full cost of apprenticeships for eligible young people under 25 at SMEs. Businesses will also gain from a boost in flexibility as new short courses in cutting-edge areas including AI, engineering and digital skills will commence rollout from April. This includes working closely with the defence sector to develop a suite of flexible, work-based training options.

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