The study suggests they are also successful in tackling issues such as debt, social exclusion and poor communication skills, highlighting their worth as a first point of contact for young people who want advice and information.
The research, carried out internally, made informed judgments on whether a successful outcome had been made (see graph).
Alan Michell, principal youth officer at the council, said early indications were that the youth work personal adviser model had been successful for young people in the area.
Of 63 NEET young people, 41 are now in employment, education or training, while 47 of the 51 at risk of exclusion have remained in education. Connexions locally seems well placed to hit the national target of reducing NEET numbers by 10 per cent by November.
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