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Data from the National Statistics Office shows that the number of registered unemployed in September increased by 271 persons over the same period in 2025 to 1,357 and went up by 29 persons when compared to the previous month
The figures revealed that males accounted for 62.4%, or 847 of the total registrants, while females accounted for the remaining 37.6% or 510 registrants.
The NSO noted that increases in the registered unemployment levels was observed in all age groups when compared to September last year.
The largest rise in registered unemployment was recorded among individuals aged 30 to 44 – with 103 persons, the NSO said.
The number of persons with a disability registering for work increased by 7 persons over the same period in 2025. Males accounted for almost 70.0% of total registrants with a disability.
Clerical support jobs remained the most common occupations sought among the registered unemployed, accounting for 29.3% of all registrations, equivalent to 398 persons.
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