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UK Graduates Face 59% Employment Rate Amid Job Crisis

7/21/2025

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UK graduates are grappling with a tough job landscape, as only 59% secure full-time employment 15 months after graduation, a decline from prior years. Unemployment is on the rise, with a staggering 140 applicants vying for each job. Compounding these challenges, a report uncovers how menstruation disrupts education, leading to missed classes and insufficient support from institutions.

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Story summary

UK graduates are grappling with a tough job landscape, as only 59% secure full-time employment 15 months after graduation, a decline from prior years. Unemployment is on the rise, with a staggering 140 applicants vying for each job. Compounding these challenges, a report uncovers how menstruation disrupts education, leading to missed classes and insufficient support from institutions.