Young people more likely to leave for health reasons when in low-paid, insecure jobs'

"Insecure and poor quality jobs are contributing to a rising epidemic of inactivity among the young, who have the most precarious, low-mobility jobs of all. Our analysis shows that expecting young people to take up insecure, physical, inflexible work when they are facing a disability or mental health problems is futile; too often these jobs don't work and they don't last."

"The research found that the highest flows out of work and into long-term sickness were in sectors where young people were disproportionately likely to be employed. Three sectors that account for the highest volumes of workers moving into economic inactivity due to ill health are wholesale and retail, food and accommodation, and health and social care."

A study by Timewise for the Trades Union Congress reveals that young people in the UK are more likely to leave jobs due to health issues, especially in low-paid, insecure sectors such as hospitality, retail, and care. These sectors have high rates of long-term sickness and economic inactivity among young workers. Over 40% of employees in accommodation and food services work under insecure arrangements. The analysis indicates that precarious jobs contribute to rising inactivity rates among young people, particularly those facing disabilities or mental health challenges.

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