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<p>The Secretary of State has not had any discussions with Cabinet Colleagues on the
findings of the Jack Petchey report, Shaping our Future - The Covid-19 Youth Survey.</p><p>The
Government recognises the significant impact of Covid-19 on young people and the important
role of youth services in supporting them. We have supported the development of specific
Covid-19 guidance for the youth sector, which has helped tens of thousands of organisations
feel confident in safely delivering vital services to young people.</p><p>We also
recognise that young people have an important role to play in the nation’s recovery
from the pandemic. Since the beginning of March, Government ministers have continued
to engage directly with young people, through our youth engagement programme, on the
impacts of Covid-19, from employment support to mental health and loneliness.</p><p>We
are also engaging with young people as part of DCMS’ Youth Review, announced by HM
Treasury as part of the 2020 Spending Review. Their views will help to set a clear
direction for the out-of-school youth agenda.</p><p> </p>
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