The Scottish Government has awarded nearly £200,000 to Aberdeen City Council to help reduce youth unemployment.
The authority will receive £179,458 from a pot of £5.8million announced earlier this week.
It comes as part of the government’s plan of action to reduce youth unemployment in Scotland by 40% by 2021.
The council will use the extra cash to strengthen links between schools, colleges and employers and continue developing work-based learning and career pathways for all young people.
It will also aim to support vulnerable groups towards employment.
Secretary for Fair Work, Skills and Training Roseanna Cunningham said: “Work to reduce youth unemployment in Scotland by 40% by 2021 is well underway through actions as part of our youth employment strategy.
“Last month’s figures showed that youth employment was at 363,000, the highest figure recorded since the same period 10 years ago.
“Local government has a key role to play in preparing young women and men for employment and is already taking forward a range of activity to help them fulfil their potential.
“This additional funding will allow Aberdeen City Council to offer even more support to their young people and further boost Scotland’s economic growth.”