Rhys is 24. He says, “I used to be a chef in America. I came home to the UK two years ago and haven’t found a job since. I’ve applied for about 200 jobs in my area, but there’s nothing happening. There are 32 people for every job. I have a chef’s qualification, and a hygiene certificate that says I can safely work in any kitchen in Europe, but I’ve still had to broaden my search. I’m applying for supermarket work, cleaning – jobs that people with no qualifications can get. I’ve done some volunteer work, but that’s about it. I’ve had one or two interviews, but the last one was just to cut meat at a carvery – the most basic job in catering. How can somebody find work when there’s 32 people for every job?”