I watched an interesting programme on TV last night (that in itself is something of a statement given the normal complete absence of anything to watch if you are over 40, despite the fact that people over that age represent the majority of those living in the UK - unless of course you are a complete moron and find programmes like Big Brother enjoyable, but I digress).
In the programme a group of young people on benefits who complained vociferously about eastern European workers coming to the UK and taking all the jobs were taken on in a variety of jobs working alongside these same immigrants. The result was predictable. They simply did not work as hard, have the same work ethic as the immigrants and were just not as effective. Several of them simply did not bother to turn up for work. One of them claimed to be ill but was shown playing with his games console. He was in his mid twenties and had been on the dole for 5 years and said he really only wanted to do a job that really interested him. Needless to say he had not bothered to get any qualifications and seemed quite happy for us to continue to support his lifestyle on benefits.
The programme left me with two feelings. One of profound embarrassment and shame that a whole swathe of Brits are clearly now useless, full of excuses and just not up to the competition. The second was that much of this was the result of the benefits system and carrying the concept of the welfare state to extremes. The answer is obvious. Take away the benefits except for those in genuine need and make the rest get out there and work. Take away the alternative and my guess is that you will take away the problem. But hey, what do I know - I’m over 40.
Darling,
Must be loosing your touch ……………..not a comment!
Never mind I still think you’re interesting!
Love
Pen X
same here…..we’re trying to stave off the European president-the king or we’ll be in the same fix I’m afraid. OMG I watched part of the repub and democratic meeting on the hill regarding health reform and Obama is absolutely the most condescending, arrogant, ego driven I’ve ever seen and he displays that attitude at every turn. Those that voted for this charade of a President are beginning more and more to want a ‘do over’….Me, I just want an election. A great campaigner but a terrible leader…watch out world, he is a magician of the nth degree…Your solution is the right one…run for office. Those in charge can’t see the obvious because of the ridiculous.