North West firms 'keen to hire young people'

Summary

Firms across the North West are "ready to invest in young people" but say they need better access to suitable candidates to help them invest.

According to the latest Lloyds Business Barometer , 60% of North West businesses have recruited early careers talent in the past year. Of those who recruited, 95% plan to continue investing in talent in the year ahead.

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