From Year 10, pupils will be able to combine core academic subjects, like English and maths, with technical education linked to jobs available in their area. The reforms aimed at averting the next generation of Neets “brings hope to a lot of young people” who “know the education system is not built for them”, he said. “They need an education system that works for them as well, that offers a path to all young people. He said his latest announcement “brings some hope to a lot of young people in this country who know the education system is not built for them.” Andy Burnham addresses young workers at Alstom Transport in Derby (Temilade Adelaja/PA)The Government has said it will prioritise funding towards high-quality technical education and practical routes into work.