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Travel costs add up when you are going to interviews or researching local training/work options. Transport for West Midlands is here to help.

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BIRMINGHAM: The Prince's Trust is here for you!

At the Birmingham Centre, the Prince's Trust is here to help young people aged 11-30 come rain, shine or Coronavirus. Their helplines are open 9am-9pm every day, so you don't have to feel alone. The centre reopens on 20th July.

Young People action Plan Coronavirus Support Hub Find out more

Still stuck for ways to shine as a young person in the West Midlands?
Here's a big idea from Birmingham's Mayor.

So what are you waiting for? Grab your future.