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The pros and cons of the government's new Kickstart jobs scheme

The government’s new work placement scheme, which provides funding for employers to offer work placements to young people, is appealing. But the red tape could put off some small businesses.

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11 Sep 2020
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Offering work placements could give small firms a big boost

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