The National Minimum Wage Bill 2019-21 was introduced by Paula Barker MP following the Private Members' Bills Ballot on 9 January 2020. First reading took place on 5 February 2020. The Bill's second reading was due to take place on 15 January 2021, but was cancelled following an Order of the House on 13 January 2021. We do not have a date for the rearranged Second Reading.
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A traineeship is an education and training programme with work experience whose focus is on helping young people become ready for work or for an apprenticeship. They can last from 6 weeks up to 6 months.
The Government has announced that funding will be provided to triple the number of traineeships in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Traineeships are aimed at young people aged 16 to 24 who:
- Are unemployed and have little or no work experience, in particular those who have been unsuccessful when applying for an apprenticeship or job due to a lack of skills.
- Qualified below level three (A-Level equivalent).
- Providers and employers believe have a reasonable chance of being ready for employment or an apprenticeship within six months of starting a traineeship.
Trainees will receive training to prepare them for work and if needed support to improve English and maths.
Traineeships are free, but trainees do not get paid. Some expenses may be paid.
Expansion of traineeship scheme
The traineeship scheme will be expanded in response to the coronavirus pandemic, and the expected increase in youth unemployment.
The Government has announced that it will pay employers £1,000 for every new trainee they take on, and eligibility is going be expanded to also include those with level three qualifications.
An additional £111 million will be provided to fund this, which will provide funding to triple the number of trainees.
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