job prospects for new pilots

[euro]

i have read with interest the section on becoming a pilot which is really useful.
however as its now early 2008 and if i go thru with the training i would nt be able to apply for work for another year maybe.

so would like to hear from newly qualified commecial pilots to find out how they are getting jobs.

its a lot of money to invest in training to find out there arent jobs !

also is there a uk employment market away from the north sea ?

thanks

Euro