4 Million on Benefits Without Work Search Requirement
Official data shows four million people receive jobless benefits without needing to look for work, a rise of one million in a year. Political reaction and DWP response inside.
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UK R&D spending rebounds, but Wales share under 2%
New ONS figures show UK business R&D expenditure rose to £55.6bn in 2024. However, Wales contributed less than 2% of the total. Discover the regional breakdown and expert analysis.
West Midlands house prices boom by £265k
New ONS data reveals West Midlands property prices surged up to £265,000 in a year. Birmingham dominates top growth areas. Discover the full list here.
Sutton Coldfield sees 9% unemployment rise
Latest figures reveal a surprising 9% unemployment spike in the affluent area of Sutton Coldfield, bucking the regional and national trend of falling joblessness.
West Midlands house prices fall by up to £109k
House prices in the West Midlands have fallen by as much as £109,000 in a year. Discover the top 10 areas affected and the latest ONS data. Read the full report now.
Birmingham Jobless Hotspots Reveal High Unemployment
Parts of Birmingham have some of the worst unemployment rates in England, with Perry Barr at 15.4%. Discover the latest figures and the government's response.
Birmingham's Most Violent Neighbourhoods Exposed
New police figures reveal Birmingham's most dangerous areas with Central Birmingham reporting 315.7 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. Discover the hotspots.
Wales unemployment reaches 5.7%, highest in UK
New ONS data reveals Wales has the highest unemployment rate of any UK nation at 5.7%, its highest level outside the pandemic in nearly a decade. Explore the figures and political reactions.
UK Unemployment Rate Climbs to 5%, Highest Since 2021
UK unemployment rate rises to 5%, the highest level in over four years. Wage growth slows and payroll numbers fall, signalling a cooling labour market. Discover the economic implications.
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