Retail sales: Economic indicators
Retail is a large component of the UK’s services industry. Find the latest data on sales of food and non-food goods as well as online sales.
This pack has been prepared ahead of the debate on the Northern Ireland economy to take place in Westminster Hall on 11 May 2016 at 4:30pm. The subject for the debate has been chosen by David Simpson MP.
Northern Ireland Economy (202 KB , PDF)
Debate packs are produced by the Commons Library quickly after the announcement of parliamentary business. They are intended to provide a summary or overview of the issue being debated and identify relevant briefings and useful documents, including press and parliamentary material. More detailed briefing can be prepared for Members on request to the Library.
Northern Ireland Economy (202 KB , PDF)
Retail is a large component of the UK’s services industry. Find the latest data on sales of food and non-food goods as well as online sales.
GDP measures the size of the economy. Find the latest GDP growth data for the UK and comparisons with other G7 economies.
Unemployment data tells us about the strength of the labour market. Find the latest data on unemployment in several major world economies.