Claiming tax refunds through tax repayment agents
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Recent trends in employment growth (147 KB , PDF)
The purpose of this debate is to discuss recent trends in employment growth.
Over recent years there have been increases in both the number and the proportion of people who are in employment.
32.26 million people were in employment in December 2017 to February 2018. This is the highest level since comparable records began in 1971.
The employment rate was 75.4% in December 2017 to February 2018. This is also the highest rate since comparable records began in 1971.
Further statistics on employment growth are included in the debate pack, as well as information on youth employment and earnings.
Further information
Employment – National: Key Economic Indicators
Labour market statistics: UK regions and countries
A Westminster Hall debate on Youth Employment took place on the 6th December 2017. The Libray’s debate pack for this debate can be found here.
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Recent trends in employment growth (147 KB , PDF)
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