Why are younger voters flocking to the far right in parts of Europe?

Supporters of the Alternative for Germany party. In several European countries, support for the far right is growing fastest among younger voters, studies show. Photograph: Jens Meyer/AP

Lunching on a tuna sandwich in the central market of Volendam, a picturesque fishing port north of Amsterdam, Gerald, 24, was lucid about his choice in last week’s Dutch election.

“I voted for Wilders, and many of my friends did too,” he said. “I don’t want to live with my parents for ever. I want my own home, and to be able to provide for my family later on. Wilders wants to figure out the housing crisis, and make our healthcare better. Those are the most important topics for me.”