12/06/2018

Slight Increase In Unemployment In NI

The unemployment rate in Northern Ireland has increased slightly, according to the latest Labour Market Survey.

The current figure stands at 3.3%, up by 0.2% compared to last month.

However, the figure is significantly below the rate compared to a year ago and lower than the UK average for the third consecutive quarter.

(CD/MH)

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