New series follows eight young people across the UK searching for steady employment

Almost a million young people in Britain, equating to one in eight, are currently facing challenges trying to move from school into the permanent workforce. To highlight this issue, a new series will chronicle the daily hurdles, financial stress, and mental health tolls experienced by eight individuals aged 20 to 26 as they navigate the job market. This project coincides with an upcoming official review from Alan Milburn regarding young people and employment, drawing attention to a growing number of individuals not in education, employment, or training. The participants involved come from varied educational backgrounds but share experiences of endless job applications, rejection, and reliance on universal credit or family support while seeking stable careers.