Travis Perkins welcomes budget boost for young tradespeople

​​​​​​​The builders’ merchant believes that fully funded apprenticeships will remove barriers for young people in the construction sector

Following the Government’s plans for youth guarantee and fully funded apprenticeship training for under-25s in SMEs, Travis Perkins has applauded the announcement as a major moment for the construction and trade sectors.

Andy Rayner, director of Skills and Apprenticeships from Travis Perkins, says: “The announcements are very welcome news for anyone starting in the trades.

“The expansion of the youth guarantee, alongside fully funded apprenticeship training for under 25s working in SMEs, will remove real barriers for young people who want to learn practical skills and build a long-term career.

“For construction, this is significant. Our industry needs more people coming through, and these measures will make it easier for both learners and employers to commit to apprenticeship routes.

“Daily, we see how high-quality training helps young people thrive. This investment will help bring more talent into the sector and give thousands a real opportunity to build a future in the trades.”