​Report outlines a range of concerns young people face in the midst of UK's exit from Europe

Young Scots do not feel that there is enough equality, social justice and shared economic prosperity as a reult of Brexit, according to a new report.

And young people in the study expressed concerns about the negative impact of Brexit on multi-ethnic communities in terms of rising intolerance, discrimination and racism in British society.

The research, launched this week, draws on 40 focus groups across the UK, a YouGov poll of over 3,000 respondents and consultation events, sheds new light on young people’s core concerns in the EU negotiations.

Concerns included the wish to preserve the rights of EU membership; the Erasmus study abroad scheme; and maintaining a strong economy that provides houses, education and jobs.

However, the report found that young people believe Brexit has politicised a generation and some young citizens viewed this as an important opportunity.

Jim Sweeney, chief executive of YouthLink Scotland: “Young people have the right to have a say in all matters affecting them and nowhere is this clearer than Brexit. Through youth work, young people express their voice and demonstrate social commitment.

“We are proud to have supported this report and look forward to seeing decision makers across the UK commit to the findings contained within it.”