According to a recent survey by High Street bank Santander, teenagers are finding it more difficult to secure a part-time job to boost their pocket money levels.
One in four teenagers said it was harder to find work now than it was a year ago, while eight out of ten believed that not having a job would make it harder for them to manage their money in the future.
The report also revealed that the vast majority of teens still rely on pocket money as their main source of income and then top this up with wages from part-time work. The average income for teenagers was found to be £46 per month.
There are a number of legal restrictions regarding the employment of children. Children under the age of 13 cannot be employed in most cases, although the local authority can grant an exception for paid performances, sports and modelling.
Generally, the age at which children can be employed is 14, and between the ages of 14 and 16 they are only permitted to undertake "light work", which is defined as tasks and working conditions which will not jeopardise their health, education or wellbeing.
During term time, 14-16 year olds are permitted to work a maximum of 12 hours a week, and up to 25 hours a week during school holidays.
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