Latest National Statistics Office data released today show that the number of registered unemployed in November increased by 121 persons over the same period in 2024 to 1,236. This was also up on the 1,142 recorded in October.

The figures revealed that males accounted for 67.6%, or 836 of the total registrants, while females accounted for the remaining 32.4% or 400 registrants.

The NSO noted that increases in the registered unemployment levels were recorded in the majority of age groups.

The largest rises in registered unemployment was recorded among individuals aged 25-29 and 30-34 whereas a slight decrease was observed in those aged under 20, the NSO said.

The number of persons with a disability registering for work went down by 6 persons over the same period in 2024 at 214. Males accounted for 72.4% of total registrants with a disability.

Clerical support jobs remained the most common occupations sought by both male and female registered unemployed.

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