Lack of support for young people in education, transport and mental health provision has “had a negative impact” according to the report from 12 young people who sit on the committee, support by the British Youth Council.
Initiatives such as blanket cost-of-living payments are said to “overlook the unique challenges faced by young people and their families, especially young people from marginalised communities, who are disproportionately impacted by the rising cost of living”. These include those from minority ethnic groups and disabled young people.
Claimants of universal credit under the age of 25 also receive a lower entitlement, which has been criticised by the committee.
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