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Asked by Mr Andrew SnowdenConservativeDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled Answered 17 July 2026UIN 16133

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, how many apprenticeship starts by 16 to 24-year-olds there were in each year for which data is available.

Answered by Andrew Western

Apprenticeship starts by age group, including 16-24 year olds, are published in the Apprenticeships statistics publication, which can be accessed at: https://explore-education-statistics.service.gov.uk/data-tables/permalink/1dac5d3f-4c1b-46a4-ab36-08dedb5df10e

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