Data from the National Statistics Office released today show that the number of registered unemployed in February increased by 227 persons over the same period in 2025 to 1,302.

The figures revealed that males accounted for 66.4%, or 864 of the total registrants, while females accounted for the remaining 33.6% or 438 registrants.

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

The largest rises in registered unemployment was recorded among individuals aged 30-34, the NSO said.

The number of persons with a disability registering for work remained unchanged compared to the same period in 2025 at 220. Males accounted for 68.2% of total registrants with a disability.

Clerical support jobs remained the most common occupations sought among the registered unemployed.

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