Lack of affordable transport limits young people’s access to employment, education and training

via The Work Founation News by Anna Kharbanda

Rising transport costs are making it difficult for thousands of young people to participate in education and training, leaving many unable to enter or stay in work, according to a new report from The Work Foundation.

This is particularly the case for young people living in rural areas who find it harder to stay in work due to inadequate public transport routes from their homes.

The report, published today (14 December 2012), calls on the government to implement policies that will reduce the transport barriers which exacerbate the youth unemployment crisis.

Figures show that transport costs have made it difficult for one in five young people to participate in education and training, with many unable to gain or maintain employment.

The situation is even worse for young people living in rural areas who face further obstacles to finding jobs close enough for an affordable or accessible commute.

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