On 23 June 2016, the United Kingdom (UK) held a significant referendum to decide whether to remain a member of the European Union (EU). This event, commonly called the "Brexit Referendum", asked the electorate a simple question: Should the UK stay in the EU or leave? The majority voted for "Leave."

The UK government is facing increasing pressure to address the issue of unemployment, as data reveals that 9.4 million Britons are neither employed nor actively seeking work. This accounts for over a fifth of the working-age population and includes a near-record number of individuals on long-term sickness leave.