Tony Blair making 'Welfare to Work' speech

The video discusses various social issues in England and Wales, such as homelessness, education, and crime. It highlights the historical context of the Industrial Revolution, which created a new working class and led to the establishment of the welfare state. The video then shifts to modern economic challenges, focusing on the transition to a knowledge-based economy and the emergence of a workless class. It emphasizes the importance of skills and opportunities for maintaining citizenship and improving aspirations across generations.

What are the implications of a generation growing up without job opportunities?

Discuss the impact of the decline of old industries on employment opportunities.