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.
OpenAI confirms ChatGPT user data exposed in breach
OpenAI reveals ChatGPT user data compromised in third-party security breach. Names, emails, and location data exposed. No chat content or passwords affected. Stay informed about your data security.
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.
Amazon cuts 2kg Quality Street price to £21 for Christmas
Amazon has slashed the price of a 2kg Quality Street sharing box to just £20.45. Grab this perfect Christmas chocolate deal for gifting or family sharing with a 25% saving.
Civil liberties groups demand inquiry into UK data watchdog
Dozens of civil liberties groups and legal experts call for parliamentary inquiry into the ICO, citing a 'collapse in enforcement activity' following the serious Afghan data breach scandal.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
England's COVID data crisis: critical gaps exposed
Exclusive analysis reveals alarming gaps in England's public health data collection, hampering pandemic response and future planning as key metrics go unrecorded.
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.
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.
England & Wales population declines for first time ever
New ONS data reveals England and Wales experienced their first population decline in decades, driven by falling birth rates and changing migration patterns post-pandemic.
London inflation hits 2.1%, outpacing UK average
New data reveals London's inflation rate has surged to 2.1%, outpacing the UK average and putting additional pressure on household budgets across the capital.
UK spends £1.3bn on chocolate as travel rebounds
New ONS data reveals Britain's spending habits, with chocolate, fruit, and hotel stays dominating household budgets. Discover what's driving consumer choices in post-pandemic Britain.
UK Men's Life Expectancy Shows Stark North-South Divide
New ONS data exposes shocking regional disparities as men in wealthier southern areas outlive northern counterparts by up to eight years, highlighting deepening health inequalities across Britain.
Smartwatch Sleep Tracking May Be Keeping You Awake
New research reveals the hidden cost of sleep tracking technology - the very devices designed to monitor our rest may be making it harder to achieve quality sleep through data anxiety and bedtime pressure.
UK Economy Grows 0.2% in January Amid Sector Divergence
New ONS data reveals Britain's economy grew by 0.2% in January, driven by strong performance in services while manufacturing continues to struggle amid ongoing economic challenges.
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