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UK Unemployment Rises to Four-Year High as Wage Growth Slows

Labor market shows signs of weakening amid economic uncertainty

17 July 2025 · 23:39 UTC

The UK’s unemployment rate has reached a four-year high, while wage growth has continued to slow, according to the latest official data.

Economists warn that while the jobs market remains resilient, increasing layoffs and declining payroll figures suggest broader economic pressures are beginning to weigh on employment.