Recession and Youth Unemployment - Any Consequences?

[Exi5tentialist]

"Let me be absolutely clear," said Theresa May this evening, "those responsible for using a credit crunch to screw more money out of the system for the rich at the expense of the poor and create an unprecedented rise in youth unemployment WILL be made to face the consequences of their actions." Theresa May is a screamingly right-wing Tory Secretary of State for Home Department so her slip of the tongue during her press conference did seem rather careless, in fact I could scarcely believe my ears. For a while I wondered if I was hearing things. But it could not be: I heard it on the BBC, and I'm told the BBC present only balanced, impartial and accurate reports.

However her words did make me think about a recent report from a somewhat 'pinko' website ('pinko' - the atheist term for the Left I believe, have I got this right? I'm new to all this atheism stuff) called Left Foot Forward. Interestingly, even if you're not of the dodgy pinko Leftward persuasion like the socialist economy-destroyers on Left Foot Forward, there was already clear concern about youth unemployment in a report of which David Blanchflower (a recent Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee Member) was an author which seems to suggest that youth unemployment is something to be a bit concerned about. Here it is.

To be honest, I don't know why David Blanchflower and Left Foot Forward are remotely interested in youth unemployment. It does, after all, only concern a minority of the population. While implementing austerity measures, sitting back and watching the economy shrink, imposing massive charges for higher education and generally colluding in a policing culture which sees all protest as lawlessness it seems to me that letting the youth of today wallow in their self-imposed unemployment, ignoring the problem and doing nothing is probably the best strategy. I mean, what could possibly go wrong?

[The Red Fox]

Nothing. Nothing at all can possibly go wrong. After all, it's not like young people matter in any way shape or form. It's not like they're the ones who will be supporting the ageing population of this country through tax revenue. If they can't gain work experience at a young age, build up a suitable CV and advance to better employment and produce an effective work force, it'll all be fine. Only rich, well-to-do middle class children whose parents have connections should be allowed to advance in society and gain employment through said connections. There's surely enough of them to prop up the economy. After all, who on earth would want to get their care if they knew it came from the taxation of oiks wages? Disgusting thought.

More champagne, anyone?

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On a serious note, as an unemployed 21-year-old living in an area of the country with the second worst unemployment rate, even securing a menial job is hell. Nobody wants to hire me, despite the fact I'm currently studying for a History degree and have previous work experience and good references. I can't get something as demeaning as a cleaning job. For every job there are at least 50 applicants or more and the vast majority of paid work advertised is part time, requires transport and would in fact leave me with less money every month than if I stay on the dole.

If anyone knows how I can get a job abroad doing anything (barring prostitution) I'll take it.

I hate this country, and I want to leave.

[Exi5tentialist]

What's wrong with prostitution? As Norman Tebbit once said, "I grew up in the '30s with an unemployed father. He didn't riot. He got on his bike and looked for work, and he kept looking 'til he found it."

You could be the bike.

[Ironclad]

I still blame Thatcher.

[Exi5tentialist]

I still blame Thatcher.

That's ridiculous. The Tories inherited these riots from Labour. Gordon Brown is to blame.

[Ironclad]

Die, Thatcher, die!

Generation X part the second..

[Ironclad]

What to see a brave woman on the streets tonight?

Clicky click!

[stripes4]

Woo. Brave indeed. And right.

[Exi5tentialist]

Let us all be moralistic. If enough of us say this is wrong, it will stop. And if that doesn't work, we should make rioting a capital offence and bring back the death penalty for anyone not voting Tory (or LibDem). That'll be far easier than having to think about social policy, for God's sake!

[The Red Fox]

What's wrong with prostitution? As Norman Tebbit once said, "I grew up in the '30s with an unemployed father. He didn't riot. He got on his bike and looked for work, and he kept looking 'til he found it."

You could be the bike.

I should get fucked by Norman Tebbit's dad? I'm pretty sure the Jobcentre already suggested that one to me.

[Exi5tentialist]

Get to the end of the queue

[Cormac]

Nothing. Nothing at all can possibly go wrong. After all, it's not like young people matter in any way shape or form. It's not like they're the ones who will be supporting the ageing population of this country through tax revenue. If they can't gain work experience at a young age, build up a suitable CV and advance to better employment and produce an effective work force, it'll all be fine. Only rich, well-to-do middle class children whose parents have connections should be allowed to advance in society and gain employment through said connections. There's surely enough of them to prop up the economy. After all, who on earth would want to get their care if they knew it came from the taxation of oiks wages? Disgusting thought.

More champagne, anyone?

_________________________

On a serious note, as an unemployed 21-year-old living in an area of the country with the second worst unemployment rate, even securing a menial job is hell. Nobody wants to hire me, despite the fact I'm currently studying for a History degree and have previous work experience and good references. I can't get something as demeaning as a cleaning job. For every job there are at least 50 applicants or more and the vast majority of paid work advertised is part time, requires transport and would in fact leave me with less money every month than if I stay on the dole.

If anyone knows how I can get a job abroad doing anything (barring prostitution) I'll take it.

I hate this country, and I want to leave.

Red. If you like I'll happily:

1. Review your CV.
2. Give you some coaching on job-hunting, application submission, and interview prep.

One thing I would say is that having ANY degree is not, unfortunately, going to make all that much of a difference anymore. From an employer's point of view, you've not learned anything different to someone who has just finished secondary school - (17 or 18), in terms of knowledge relevant to any particular job. That is, unless you're going for a job as a lecturer, a history teacher, or a museum guide. I'm not being facetious, this is a fact.

Therefore, a key issue is reading the job spec, really trying hard to put yourself in the employer's position, and then drafting both your CV and cover letter in such a manner that you address all the key points they're looking for in the ideal applicant. This is an exercise you should do for every job - don't just use a generic CV.

Anyway, the offer stands. PM me if you'd like.
I am good at it, having recruited many in my time, not to mention having applied to many jobs!