Tell that to the coal mining communities that were affected by the closing of coal mines by Thatcher in the 80s. From the reduced expectations of the multi-generationally unemployed, to the social isolation that a lack of community services brings, to the paucity of opportunities for both young people and those who want to change career. 40 years later those communities are still dealing with the consequences of these actions.

How many young people living there do you think want to get a job in a coal mine?