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Don’t damage your future online

Millions of young people could damage their future careers with the details about themselves they post on social networking websites, says new research. The survey found more than half of those asked made most of their information public. Some 71% of 2,000 14 to 21-year-olds said they would not want colleges or employers to do a web search on them before they had removed some material.

Plans to raise School leaving age

Raising the education leaving age in England to 18 is a key plan of the government. The leaving age bill includes a duty on parents to assist their children to participate in education or training. There are also moves to reform the apprenticeship system and to improve achievement for children in care.

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Worried about what you’re going to do? Why not consider a career in local government? Working for your local council can be a rewarding and exciting experience and there are lots of opportunities to train while you work.

Money minded

A significant number of young people in the UK believe that they do not have adequate knowledge of finance, it has been claimed. Research by NatWest has revealed that 43 per cent of young people do not feel they know enough about how to manage their money. However, 59 per cent of respondents said that they will not follow the financial advice given to them by their parents.

• One in three girls and young women says gender influenced careers advice

• Only one in five was encouraged to pursue a traditionally “male” career

• Less than one in three got enough information on the pay implications of career choices

Young people are now spending 10% more time online than in front of the box, according to a survey of European internet usage.

Earn while you learn

Get new skills. Get paid. Simple as that Getting paid while you learn might sound too good to be true — but as an apprentice you really do get the best of both worlds.

If you have the dedication to succeed in the world of work, and you're not afraid to commit yourself to one, two or even five years of training and study, then an Apprenticeship could be for you.Demand for places is high, so if you’re still considering your options why not talk to a Connexions Direct Adviser? You can get in touch by calling on 080 800 13219 or chat with an Adviser online.

www.apprenticeships.org.uk

Working your body!

We all know that regular exercise is good for our brains and our bodies – but here’s how to remember to keep it safe….

Are you a green teen

Concerned about the environment? Global warming getting to you? Here’s what you can do to help…..

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School Leaving age to rise

Chancellor Gordon Brown has said he would seek to take away benefits from young people who refused to take up education or training opportunities.

He advocated a “carrot and stick” approach - education maintenance allowances (EMAs) balanced by "compulsion if necessary". He wanted to ensure all aged 16 to 18 were in some form of education, as part of a drive to improve the UK's skills.

The Department for Education and Skills confirmed plans to raise the school leaving age in England, in effect, by 2013.

Vote for UK Youth Parliament

Young people in Bristol are getting out their soapboxes and gearing up for the hustings as they prepare for the 2007 UK Youth Parliamentary elections.

Sixteen hopefuls aged from 12 to 18 from schools and colleges across the city are planning to stand. They aim to win the votes of thousands of their peers in a bid to become Bristol's local representatives of the national UK Youth Parliament.

This is the third year when young people from Bristol will be represented in the UK Youth Parliament and the city council's young people's services want to ensure a smooth election with the widest possible participation. Every young person of secondary school age from 11 to 18 and living in Bristol is eligible to vote. www.ukyouthparliament.org.uk.

Young people behind surge in online music sales

A new report has revealed that young people are the biggest spenders when it comes to online content, with the 16-24 year old age group leading the way. Overall, UK internet users currently spend an average of £3 a month on downloading content, with videos taking 43% of the market.

Key findings of the report included:

Men spend 40% more than women – averaging £3.58 to women’s £2.57 (£43 vs. £31 per year).

The biggest spenders are 16-24 year olds – they average £5.34 per month (£64 per year).