UK Youth Unemployment to Hit 17.8% by Mid-2027 as AI Replaces Entry-Level Jobs

According to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), youth unemployment in the UK is forecast to reach 17.8% by mid-2027, up from 16.9% currently, with AI adoption cited as a key driver. The BCC predicts that nearly one-fifth of young workers will be replaced by AI tools previously handling entry-level positions, compounded by higher payroll taxes and minimum wage increases locking youth out of jobs. The organization warns the UK risks a "lost generation" without urgent policy intervention to reduce costs on businesses and strengthen the skills pipeline.
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