Thanks for the speedy reply.
I've heard the cadet route is very difficult to get as so many people apply for them. But if going with the cadet route, how do people generally tend to support themselves? Full time training means no income, and I doubt the airline pays you to be a cadet?
I don't mind moving abroad. I have no dependents. And the only conviction I have is a ticket for a bald tyre, which comes comes off my license in a couple of months time.
I've looked into doing a PPL. I live in South London and Biggin Hill, Redhill, Gatwick airport are 20-30 mins from me at the most. The costs are from £8k upwards. Would you suggest I do one of these off my own back and then apply for ATPL?