Only half of 13- to 18-year-olds thought this a good idea. The Raisingthe leaving age: are the public convinced? report found that 71 per centof parents support learning until age 18, but there was little supportfor criminalising those who drop out.
John Stone, the network's chief executive, said: "Parents' concern isunderstandable, but getting a balance between persuading teenagers totake part and enforcement is complex."
In total, 77 per cent of low-income parents supported the proposals.Middle class, white-collar parents showed the least support, with 65 percent in favour.
The findings come as young people were invited to take part in aGovernment consultation on the plans. The consultation runs until 14June.
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