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Job vacancies are falling. Young people are facing fewer open doors. It’s time for the print and packaging sector to start opening them. Following the latest ONS labour market overview, we’re warning that the UK’s cooling jobs market could deepen the industry’s long-term skills challenge unless businesses continue to invest in young talent. The figures show vacancies are at their lowest point since 2021, with manufacturing businesses and SMEs among those feeling the pressure most sharply....

The Department of Work & Pensions recently shared this information with Young People in Print. Real money, available to support the cost of employing young people. Need more information? Contact your local DWP office or get in touch with us.

Not only a great place for experienced people to work, but also a welcoming and encouraging place for young people. Their story…… Yesterday we welcomed staff and pupils from CONNAUGHT SCHOOL FOR GIRLS for an introduction to Bakers and the world of print and packaging. The visit was part of an initiative by Careers Hub East and was originally instigated from an introduction via Young People In Print & Packaging (YPIPP). After an introduction to Baker Labels, BakPac and Baker Materials the...