Covid-19: Levelling-up Agenda

Lord Mackay of Clashfern Excerpts

Tuesday 8th September 2020 Lords Chamber

[Baroness Penn (Con)]

The Government are doing a huge amount to respond to the challenge of education and training and provide opportunities for young people. As I just mentioned, there is the kickstart scheme, where those aged 16 to 24 will have the national living wage paid by the Government for job placements lasting up to six months.

[Lord Mackay of Clashfern (Con) [V]]

My Lords, in some areas where employment was low, the pandemic has produced greater than average damage. What steps are being taken to mitigate this further damage?