Major employers in the UK have expressed concerns that proposed increases in training costs for workers over 25 could undermine government efforts to address youth unemployment. The plan aims to shift apprenticeship funding to favor younger trainees, but business leaders argue it may simply redistribute opportunities rather than create new ones.
The government intends to implement a co-investment rule for older apprentices, requiring employers to cover a larger portion of training costs. Critics emphasize the need for a balanced approach that supports both youth and adult training to adapt to evolving job market demands.