Less School Leavers On Dole

More young people in Fife are finding their way into employment, education and training.

Official figures show 450 more 16-19 year olds left school in what's called a positive 'destination'

It comes as nearly 2,000 teenagers starting a young apprenticeship, the rise took Fife to 3rd in Scotland for highest number of apprentices.

Fife Council has invested £5million into the Fife Youth Job Contract, which provides funding for those going into apprenticeships or other courses.

Councillor Tony Martin, youth ambassador, says they can do better:

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