UK Labour Market Statistics
This paper provides the latest statistics and analysis of employment, unemployment, economic inactivity and earnings in the UK.

The entire archive of Commons Library research dating back to 1993.
This paper provides the latest statistics and analysis of employment, unemployment, economic inactivity and earnings in the UK.
This paper provides figures for the number of people claiming unemployment benefits (the “claimant count”) for the UK and by parliamentary constituency.
This briefing presents the latest statistics on youth unemployment in the UK as well as comparisons with other OECD countries.
Research Briefing
Election rules include a timetable that must be followed. This briefing explains what is in the timetables and how long they run.
Insight
The government proposes reducing the voting age to 16, reviewing voter ID, improving voter registration and strengthening political donation rules.
Debate Pack
On 21 July 2025 there will be an adjournment debate on Ukrainians in the UK under special humanitarian visas, led by Martin Wrigley MP.
Research Briefing
2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two, with a series of commemorative events planned.
Insight
New, synthetic versions of harmful drugs, including synthetic opioids and synthetic cannabinoids, are increasingly found in UK’s illegal drug markets.
Research Briefing
The UK Government has said the voting age will be reduced to 16 for all elections. This briefing details the voting age for UK elections and the debate about lowering the voting age.
Debate Pack
A Westminster Hall debate on the humanitarian situation in Sudan is scheduled for Tuesday 22 July 2025, from 2.30pm to 4.00pm. The debate will be led by Harpreet Upal MP.
Research Briefing
Inflation measures the change in prices over time. Find the latest data on inflation in the UK, the Eurozone, and selected EU countries.
Research Briefing
This briefing discusses the reforms made to capital gains tax since 2008, including the most recent changes announced in the 2024 Autumn Budget.
Research Briefing
An overview of the military assistance provided to Ukraine between February 2022 and January 2025
Debate Pack
A general debate on the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan is scheduled for Monday 21 July 2025 in the main chamber.
Research Briefing
How has military assistance to Ukraine evolved since January 2025 when US President Donald Trump took office?
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