1+ hour, 42+ min ago  (248+ words) The UK labour market delivered an unexpected shift in the latest official figures, with unemployment falling against forecasts. The jobless rate dropped to 4. 9% in the three months to February, defying expectations that it would remain unchanged at 5. 2%. "Ongoing instability in…...

1+ mon, 1+ day ago  (257+ words) The latest UK unemployment figures point to a more cautious labour market, as an uncertain economic environment and rising business costs begin to weigh on hiring decisions. While firms continue to prepare for AI adoption, subdued wage growth, elevated youth…...

2+ mon, 3+ day ago  (286+ words) The UK's unemployment rate has hit its highest level in almost five years, according to official figures." Data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show unemployment climbed to 5. 2% - an increase from 5. 1% in the three months to November." It comes…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago  (183+ words) Experts have branded the economy "moribund" and tipped unemployment to reach an 11-year high in 2026, according to The Times annual Economic Survey. The report compiles the assessments of almost 50 top economists who suggested the UK economy will require at least…...