Written questions

Social Security Benefits: Young People

Lords · Question HL11931 · Tabled 13 Nov 2025 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record

Answered 24 Nov 2025

Question

Asked by Baroness Shawcross-Wolfson

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the report into young people and work will examine the reasons behind the number of young people claiming health and disability benefits.

Answer

Answered by Baroness Sherlock, 24 Nov 2025

We recognise that some young people are struggling to find their place in work, education or training. The report into young people and work will seek to: Understand the drivers of the increase in the number of young people who are Not in Education Employ...