Young people in the labour market

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The Office for National Statistics has published new Labour Market Statistics, estimating the number of young people in the labour market from October to December 2012.

Key statistical figures include:

  • 3.71million 16 to 24 year olds were in employment October to December 2012, up 29,000 from July to September
  • 2.56million 16 to 24 year olds were economically inactive (including those in full-time education), down 54,000 from July to September
  • 974,000 16 to 24 year olds were unemployed October to December 2012, up 11,000 from July to Sept
  • The unemployment rate for 16 to 24 year olds was 20.8% for October to December 2012, virtually unchanged from July to September.

For further information visit www.ons.gov.uk/ons/rel/lms/labour-market-statistics/february-2013/statistical-bulletin.html.

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Children, Young People & Families