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Rural life jeopardised if young quit countryside

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Young people’s needs must be urgently addressed to avoid a major threat to the long-term viability of country life, the government’s rural advocate has warned.

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Thu 4th March 2010

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Comprehensives failing to accept poorer pupils

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‘Stark social segregation’ is widespread in England’s secondary schools, with scores of comprehensives taking less than half the proportion of poorer pupils in their local area, according to new research.

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Tue 2nd March 2010

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Report reveals £31bn cost of Neets

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A future generation of Neets could be created unless policies are established to prevent young children becoming disengaged from education, a think tank has warned.

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Thu 25th February 2010

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Investment boost for young social entrepreneurs

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Young entrepreneurs are being encouraged to explore ideas that pay off for their local communities.

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Wed 10th February 2010

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Future key workers in jeopardy, warns study

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Thousands of doctors, teachers and plumbers could be lost if Britain allows unemployment and unfulfilled aspiration to ‘stifle’ talent, according to new research.

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Mon 8th February 2010

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