Require employers to pay college students undertaking work placements

I think the Government should require employers to pay people who have to attend work placements for their college courses (education up to 18 is mandatory).

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Tuesday 4th February 2025
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Monday 4th August 2025
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I believe students should get paid for the hours they do. Especially considering it’s so difficult to get apprenticeships meaning people often can’t choose to learn and get paid.


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