Why are so many Gen Zers not working?
The Story12 Helmi 2025

Why are so many Gen Zers not working?


The Times has unveiled a landmark survey of Generation Z. What are their attitudes towards modern Britain, sex, drugs and… mental health? 1 in 3 young people have sought help for their mental health and a growing number are on long-term sickness. So what’s going on?


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Guests:

  • Lara Spirit, Red Box Editor, The Times.
  • Tanya Marwaha, mental health campaigner and Beyond Youth board member.

Host: Luke Jones.

Producer: Emily Webb.

Further reading: Gen Zers on why they’ve turned to God: ‘It’s beautiful waiting for sex’

Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.com.

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