A record 3.7 million applicants in China are competing for just 38,100 civil service posts, highlighting a major shift towards public sector job security amid economic uncertainty. Discover the driving forces behind this trend.
US jobless claims fell last week to 216,000, indicating a resilient labour market despite high-profile job cuts. Discover what the latest figures mean for the economy.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces an inflation-busting minimum wage increase for millions, promising to 'properly reward' workers as business leaders warn it could drive unemployment.
Private sector job losses surge to 13,500 weekly as major employers including Amazon and Apple implement widespread layoffs. Federal Reserve faces policy dilemma amid rising unemployment and inflation.
Finland remains the world's happiest nation for the 8th year, but soaring unemployment and austerity measures threaten its crown. Discover the surprising truth.
Finland faces economic stagnation and rising unemployment despite being named world's happiest country for eighth year. Discover the paradox behind Nordic resilience.
US retail sales saw a slight 0.2% rise in September, indicating resilient consumer spending despite economic pressures. Discover the key trends shaping the economy.
US retail sales saw a slight 0.2% increase in September, indicating resilient consumer spending despite economic pressures. Discover the key economic drivers and potential impacts.
Nearly one million young Britons are NEET - not in education, employment or training. Discover the systemic failures behind this growing crisis and what it means for Britain's future.
JD Sports reports a decline in trainer sales, blaming rising youth unemployment. Official figures show nearly a million young people are not in work or education. Explore the impact on the retail sector.
JD Sports reports 3.3% UK sales slump as high youth unemployment reduces spending power. Annual profits expected at lower end of forecasts amid consumer pressures.
The delayed US jobs report reveals 119,000 jobs were added in September, far exceeding forecasts. Unemployment holds at 4.4%. Explore the full economic analysis.
New ONS data reveals a marginal fall in young people not in work or training, but the figure remains stubbornly close to one million. Experts urge government action to tackle this crisis of opportunity.
UK youth NEET figures show a slight fall but remain near one million, the highest level since 2014. The government faces calls for action in the upcoming Budget to support the next generation.
Exclusive TUC analysis shows a steep decline in youth apprenticeships and completion rates over 14 years of Tory government. Discover the data and Labour's new plan.
Families across Britain reveal how soaring childcare costs consume entire salaries, making work pointless. As unemployment hits 5%, discover the dual crisis gripping the nation.
Government data reveals a record 8.3 million people are now on Universal Credit, including 1.27 million foreign nationals. Explore the figures and the political fallout.
Rising unemployment tightens the Treasury's fiscal position, putting the state pension triple lock at risk. Will the Chancellor change the policy in the Autumn Budget?
Labour peer warns of 'lost generation' as 46% of job losses hit under-25s. Youth unemployment reaches highest level in five years. Read the full analysis.
Exclusive analysis reveals UK youth unemployment at 15.3%, highest since 2015. Graduates share their demoralising job hunt experiences. Discover what's behind the crisis.
UK youth unemployment reaches 15.3%, the highest rate in a decade. Discover the economic pressures, tax changes and AI impact creating a perfect storm for graduates.
UK youth unemployment hits 15.3%, with under-25s accounting for nearly half of jobs lost since Labour took power. Former minister warns of a 'lost generation' as crisis deepens.
Labour faces Tory fury after ditching mandatory 35-hour weekly job searches for benefits claimants. New trial 'encourages' job seeking instead. Read the full story.
Exclusive: A striking doctor reveals why 20,000 young medics can't get permanent NHS jobs despite staff shortages. Discover the crisis forcing a five-day walkout.
UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, a sharp decline from the previous quarter. The Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack and rising unemployment create a challenging backdrop for the upcoming budget.
The UK economy expanded by just 0.1% in Q3 2024, with a crippling cyber-attack on Jaguar Land Rover dragging manufacturing output to a 73-year low in September. Discover the full impact.
Struggling to find work? Discover why automation is blocking qualified candidates and learn 5 data-backed strategies to get hired in the UK's tough job market.
Nearly 20% of Dudley school-leavers are NEET, the highest UK rate. A former teacher blames a national curriculum failing technical education. Read the full analysis.
Exclusive investigation uncovers the hidden struggles facing young residents in UK coastal communities - from isolation and unemployment to crumbling infrastructure.
Queens assemblyman Zohran Mamdani launches scathing attack against former Governor Andrew Cuomo, demanding accountability for New York's unemployment system failures during the pandemic.