The UK chief of Amazon says work experience should be made compulsory for teenagers, linking the proposal to concerns about youth employment in the country. In comments reported by the Daily Mail, the executive argues that a “national crisis” of youth unemployment requires action and that mandatory work placements could help young people gain practical skills and smoother transitions into work. The proposal is presented as part of a broader effort to address employment challenges faced by teens, particularly those struggling to find opportunities or relevant experience. While the article frames the issue in terms of urgent labour-market pressures, it does not outline specific details such as which age group would be covered, how placements would be arranged, or who would oversee and fund them. The story reflects a call from a major employer for policy or system changes intended to increase work-based learning for young people.