There Are 1.5 Million Unemployed But Over 1 Million Job Vacancies.

[dave50]

Someone please explain this anomaly.

[Togo]

//what is your skill set gromit?//

The gift of being in two minds at the same time, an ability to say the most inappropriate thing, or the right thing only at the wrong time. A belief in his own abilities that though carefully hidden are meant to be obvious, and a personable demeanour that attracts admirers and willing supporters everywhere. Would you give him a job? (or the other one) I would rather consider giving the millions of nuclear scientists, ground breaking engineers and inventers, brain surgeons and technical innovators who are currently swarming to our aid, than that. At least I could have a laugh.

[Gromit]

TTT,
I am a graphic designer - both print and digital (on-line).
About 5 years ago I was made redundant, then worked for myself , freelance. Unfortunately all my contacts all started to retire and I ran out of work. I got a job as a baker (while still freelancing graphic design). Covid killed that. Then the bakery I was in shut down, so I got transferred to another job (which is awful - hence my 1000 applications.).

[Togo]

^^ Really. Like I said " and a personable demeanour that attracts admirers ".

[Mamyalynne]

Good luck with your search for a new position Gromit.

What a pity some have chosen to make this so personal.

Back to your spreadsheets and sort the problem out.

[Gromit]

Mamyalynne

Thank you for you kind words x

[Mamyalynne]

You're welcome, it's all so easy on paper or on screen - then real life happens.

[Gromit]

Mamyalynne

Yes. It wasn’t long ago I was minting it and taking it for granted. And in just a very few short years it has gone to desperate.
I blame the Torys. (Actually, I don’t) :-)

[gulliver1]

Togo @17.36 He wouldn't stand a chance if you were on the short list .

[gulliver1]

21.17 Togo , You mention "Brain Surgeons" in your answer.
I think you ought to make an appointment to see two of these Brain Surgeons,
at the same time ....each to look down one of your ears.....
..............They would probably see each other.........

[gness]

Sorry to read all that, Gromit....wishing you well with your search for a new job...x

[gulliver1]

Good luck Gromit.

[Gromit]

gness
Thank you.
I have very quickly gone to a bad place.
I have worked hard all my life, and then no one wants me. I am now working next to an 81 year old who can’t/won’t retire.

[gness]

I do feel for you, Gromit. Long time ago but I do know how it feels to suddenly go from a very comfortable life to having next to nothing or even nothing and the frustration of trying so hard to get back on top......good luck..x

[gulliver1]

Gromit, at 81 years of age I would think the person would be glad to retire,
.. or are they part of management or Family owned business.?

[johnk]

Wages are so poor

[emmie]

benefits are not that easy to apply for, if it were then i wouldn't have spent ages on the 60 page one for a particular benefit, and even then i was turned down twice, all the while i had at least the help of a welfare rights officer, which most people don't have. I think some people believe that its a doddle when it's not.

[bobbinwales]

Great answer buenchico. Two or 3 other points to add
1) vacancies can not be filled instantly.theres always a time lag and also successful candidates already have a job they move from so creating another vacancy down the line
2 )some are in a benefits trap and can be worse off with long travelling or only part time work
3) many jobs are part time or zero hours so won't feed a family
4) some jobs like fruit picking the brits can't hack it as it means 4am start grafting and bending all day