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Financial literacy should mean life skills, not compulsory maths to 18

Former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called for improved financial literacy education, but his proposed solution of compulsory mathematics to age 18 may miss the mark. Commentator Simon Jenkins argues that preparing young people for adult life requires practical knowledge of taxes, pensions, and mental health, not just numeracy. The debate comes amid rising concerns about youth employment, with recent reports highlighting that one million 16 to 24-year-olds are currently not in education, employment or training.

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