Youth unemployment highest since 2015 as UK job market slows
UK unemployment rose to 5.1% with 546,000 young people out of work, the highest since 2015. Analysis of the latest ONS data reveals a worrying trend for policymakers. Read the full story.
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UK unemployment hits 5.1%, highest since 2021
The UK's unemployment rate has risen to 5.1%, the highest level since 2021. Payrolls fell by 38,000, with younger workers hit hardest. Read the full analysis.
UK Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.1%
The UK's unemployment rate has climbed to 5.1%, its highest level since early 2021. Wage growth slows, increasing pressure on the Bank of England to cut interest rates. Read the full analysis.
UK economy grows as data centre boom and spending rise
The UK economy grew by 0.2% in Q3 2025, ending a technical recession. A surge in data centre investment and a modest rise in household spending drove the recovery. Read the full analysis.
UK Net Migration Falls to 204,000, Down 78% from Peak
UK net migration drops to 204,000, a 78% fall from its 2023 peak. Explore the key figures, policy impacts, and future trends shaping this dramatic shift.
UK Net Migration Falls to 204,000, Lowest Since 2021
UK net migration drops 69% to 204,000, the lowest annual figure since 2021. Discover the key drivers behind this significant decline and the government's new plans.
UK Net Migration Falls to 204,000, Down 78% From Peak
UK net migration drops to 204,000, falling 78% from 2023 peak. Government policy changes drive sharp decline in work and study visas. Discover the key trends.
UK Net Migration Falls 69% to 204,000
New ONS figures reveal UK net migration dropped to 204,000 in year to June 2025, the lowest level since 2021. Discover what's driving this dramatic decline.
Net migration drops by two thirds in a year
Official figures reveal UK net migration has fallen to 204,000, a dramatic drop from previous years. Explore the data and the political implications for the Labour government.
Net Migration Predicted to Fall to Pre-Brexit Levels
New data reveals a stark gap between reality and public perception on UK immigration. Net migration is falling, yet most Britons believe it's rising. Discover the facts behind the figures.
September 2nd is now the UK's most popular wedding day
New ONS data reveals a surprising shift in UK wedding trends, with September 2nd becoming the most popular day. Discover the latest marriage statistics and what they mean.
One in Five in UK Now Born Abroad, Study Reveals
New analysis shows nearly 20% of the UK population is foreign-born, a sharp rise from 2021. Discover the impact on public services and the call for an emergency census.
UK inflation drops to 3.6% in October
UK inflation fell to 3.6% in October, a pre-Budget boost for households and Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Food prices are finally dropping. Discover what this means for you.
Marriage rates fall 9% as civil partnerships rise
New ONS data reveals a 9.1% drop in marriages for 2023, continuing a 50-year decline. Civil partnerships, however, saw a 9.7% increase. Discover the shifting trends in UK partnerships.
UK Brain Drain: 257,000 Brits Left Last Year
New ONS figures reveal a record 257,000 British nationals emigrated last year, fuelling a 'dangerous brain drain'. Discover the reasons behind the exodus.
Marriages fall nearly 10% as couples choose alternatives
New data reveals a 9.1% decline in marriages across England and Wales, while civil partnerships increase by nearly 10%. Discover the changing trends in modern relationships.
UK Net Migration Revised: Higher Peak, Sharper Fall
Revised ONS figures reveal UK net migration hit a higher peak of 944,000 before a sharp fall to 345,000. New data methods provide a clearer picture. Read the full analysis.
Marriages fall 9% in England and Wales
New ONS data reveals marriages in England and Wales fell by 9.1% in 2023, returning to long-term decline after post-lockdown spike. Civil partnerships rose by 9.7%. Discover the changing trends.
UK net migration hits record 944,000 in revised figures
Revised official statistics reveal UK net migration reached unprecedented 944,000, significantly higher than previous estimates. Discover what this means for Britain's future.
ONS cuts reports by 10% to improve data quality
The UK's Office for National Statistics will reduce its publications by 10% in 2026 to prioritise core data reliability amid Treasury concerns. Discover how this affects economic policymaking.
30% of adults suffered childhood abuse in England & Wales
Groundbreaking ONS data exposes widespread childhood trauma affecting millions, with profound implications for public health and support services across Britain.
Vaping Overtakes Smoking in Britain
New ONS data reveals vaping has surpassed traditional smoking in Britain, with just 6.9% of adults now smoking cigarettes compared to 7.7% using e-cigarettes.
UK population hits record 67.6 million amid migration surge
Official figures reveal Britain's population has grown by nearly 500,000 in a single year, with net migration reaching unprecedented levels and reshaping the nation's demographic landscape.
UK population hits record 67 million, ONS data reveals
Official statistics reveal Britain's population has grown by nearly 500,000 in a single year, reaching unprecedented levels driven primarily by international migration patterns.
Świątek storms into WTA Finals semi-finals
World number one Iga Świątek delivers masterclass performance to secure semi-final spot at WTA Finals in Cancún, while Elena Rybakina keeps hopes alive with crucial win.
South West sees sharpest decline in child population
New ONS data reveals dramatic regional disparities in child population across England and Wales, with the South West experiencing the most significant drop while London sees growth.
London household numbers decline while other regions grow
Exclusive ONS figures show London experienced the only household decline in England while East Midlands saw biggest growth, revealing changing post-pandemic living patterns.
ONS faces backlash over transgender Census questions
The Office for National Statistics is under fire for quizzing members of the public about their transgender status in follow-up Census surveys, raising serious privacy concerns.
Record numbers forced into shared housing as crisis deepens
New ONS data reveals nearly 100,000 additional households are sharing accommodation in England and Wales, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing housing and cost-of-living crisis.
UK economy stagnates with zero growth in April
Britain's economic growth flatlined at 0.0% in April, missing analyst forecasts and raising concerns about the strength of the recovery. Services and production sectors showed modest gains while construction output fell significantly.
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