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<p>We do not hold a breakdown of this funding.</p><p> </p><p>Allocation of skills
funding for people aged 19 and over is available for those who need support to gain
sustainable employment wherever they are. Our priorities are apprenticeships, traineeships,
English and maths for those who need it and support for the unemployed to get into
the labour market. Young people who did not achieve GCSEs or A Level equivalent at
school can receive free training up to age 23.</p><p>These priorities are focused
on targeting young people ensuring that they are ready for employment or further training.</p><p>
</p><p>The government will invest around £7 billion during 2016/17, to ensure there
is a place in education or training for every 16 to 19-year old who wants one (including
spend on apprenticeships for this age group). Around £540 million of this funding
has been allocated to provide extra support specifically for disadvantaged students.</p><p>
</p><p>Responsibility for identifying and supporting 16 to 19-year olds who are not
in employment, education or training (NEET) lies with local authorities. Whilst the
government provides the framework and funding to increase participation, responsibility
and accountability lies with local authorities. They are responsible for making sure
that there is sufficient, suitable education and training provision to meet those
needs, and supporting young people to participate.</p><p> </p><p>There is a range
of support and guidance that contributes to reducing the number of 16 to 18-year olds
NEET, including independent careers advice in schools and colleges, and access to
the 16 to 19 Bursary Fund.</p>
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