300,000 placements for young people
Thursday 28th May, 2026
The UK government has pledged 300,000 new work placements over three years to give young people hands-on experience and jobs, backed by major employers including Manchester and Gatwick airports. This gives LEGO a chance to talk about how play, apprenticeships and structured work experience build practical skills, creativity and long-term career confidence for UK youth.
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The government pledge on 300,000 placements directly affects youth skills and employability where LEGO can credibly comment on play-based learning, apprenticeships and early careers programmes.
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