UK Jobless Claims Change
UK jobless claims change is a term used to describe the number of people claiming unemployment benefits in the United Kingdom. This figure is released monthly by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) and is used to measure the health of the UK labour market. The figure is closely watched by economists and investors as it provides an indication of the strength of the UK economy.
History of UK Jobless Claims Change
The UK jobless claims change figure has been tracked since the early 1970s. It is an important indicator of the health of the UK labour market and is used to measure the number of people claiming unemployment benefits. The figure is released monthly by the ONS and is closely watched by economists and investors as it provides an indication of the strength of the UK economy.
The UK jobless claims change figure is closely linked to the UK unemployment rate. The unemployment rate is the percentage of the UK workforce that is unemployed. The UK jobless claims change figure is used to measure the number of people claiming unemployment benefits, while the unemployment rate is used to measure the overall health of the UK labour market.
Table of Comparisons
| Month | Jobless Claims Change | Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|---|
| January 2021 | -2,000 | 4.9% |
| February 2021 | -3,000 | 4.8% |
| March 2021 | -4,000 | 4.7% |
Summary
UK jobless claims change is an important indicator of the health of the UK labour market. The figure is released monthly by the ONS and is closely watched by economists and investors as it provides an indication of the strength of the UK economy. The figure is closely linked to the UK unemployment rate, which is the percentage of the UK workforce that is unemployed. For more information about UK jobless claims change, visit the ONS website or the UK government website.
See Also
- UK Unemployment Rate
- UK Employment Rate
- UK Wage Growth
- UK Inflation Rate
- UK GDP Growth
- UK Retail Sales
- UK Consumer Confidence
- UK Interest Rates
- UK Balance of Trade
- UK Consumer Spending
