Work Experience: Young People
Commons · Question 28471 · Tabled 9 Sep 2026 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record
Answered 16 Sep 2026
Question
Asked by Andrew Snowden
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if he will publish a breakdown of Opening Shift placements by retailer, region and constituency.
Answer
Answered by Lilian Greenwood, 16 Sep 2026
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has announced an ambition to create 100,000 new jobs in the retail sector for young people by 2029, supporting more young people to take their first step into work. This is a significant commitment from one of the UK's ...