15 March 2017
Our response to the latest labour market statistics
Labour market statistics for November 2016 to January 2017 showed a 92,000 rise in employment and 31,000 fall in unemployment.
20 July 2016
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Unemployment fell by 54,000 in the three months to May 2016 and employment rose by 176,000, according to the latest ONS labour market statistics.
Rain Newton-Smith, CBI Chief Economist, said:
“These figures confirm the UK labour market continued to create jobs ahead of the referendum vote, although there was some underlying uncertainty represented by falling vacancies and subdued wage growth.
“Prospects for the labour market are now more uncertain following the UK’s decision to leave the EU. This highlights the need for continued labour market flexibility, and to ensure the National Living Wage remains affordable for businesses, reflecting the broader economic situation.
“Ultimately, increasing productivity, including by ensuring everyone has the skills to meet their full potential, will help to share prosperity across all areas of the UK.”
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