Post-Brexit youth mobility scheme with EU on the table - but under different name
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How a new youth opportunity scheme could open up Europe to the young
- A "youth opportunity scheme" is being considered between the UK and EU, potentially allowing 18-35-year-olds to live and work in each other's countries for up to two years.
- This scheme is similar to previous "youth mobility scheme" proposals but uses different terminology to avoid associations with free movement.
- While the UK government has previously resisted such agreements, there's growing optimism this rebranded scheme will gain approval.
- Public support for a youth mobility scheme with the EU is high, even in pro-Brexit areas.
- The government insists there will be no return to freedom of movement, but will review the proposal's details.