Overview

This bill mandates the Secretary of State to conduct research into a potential "Jobs Guarantee Scheme." This scheme would provide guaranteed employment for young adults (18-24) and older individuals (25+) who have been claiming Jobseeker's Allowance for extended periods.

Description

The bill requires the Secretary of State to undertake a research program investigating the merits of a job guarantee scheme. This program will target two groups: 18-24 year olds and those 25 and older who have claimed Jobseeker's Allowance for one or two years. The research will analyze relevant data and involve expert advice to assess the scheme's feasibility and potential impact. A report detailing the research findings must be submitted to Parliament within six months of the research's completion.

Government Spending

The bill will require government funding for the research program. The exact cost is not specified in the bill itself but will be covered by funds provided by Parliament. Any additional costs incurred due to the bill will also be covered by parliamentary funds.

Groups Affected

The primary groups affected are:

• 18-24 year olds claiming Jobseeker's Allowance for 1 or 2 years: This group is the primary target of the proposed job guarantee scheme and the research will directly affect their prospects.
• Individuals aged 25 and over claiming Jobseeker's Allowance for 1 or 2 years: This group also stands to benefit from the potential implementation of the scheme and its research directly concerns their situation.
• Taxpayers: Taxpayers will ultimately fund the research.
• Researchers and experts: Researchers and experts will be involved in the research process, potentially benefiting from the contracts and opportunities presented.

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