Rhys's Story

In Aberafan Maesteg, one of Wales' most deprived constituencies, 32-year-old Rhys dreams of building the homes his community desperately needs. But while construction training providers across Wales have unfilled places and local housing targets remain unmet, the CITB and Department for Levelling Up have failed to direct levy funding where it's needed most. Rhys's story exposes how Westminster's choices about training allocation keep skilled workers sidelined while communities cry out for new housing. This episode reveals the political decisions that block ready workers from meeting urgent local need. Disclosure: Blocked Britain is funded by reader donations and contains strong language about government policy.