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UK Sees Record Employment, Rising Income, and Low Crime
12/1/2025
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Story summary
- The United Kingdom's employment rate for people aged 16–64 is near record highs, with low inactivity despite long-term sickness concerns.
- Real household disposable income has reached its highest level.
- Income inequality has not significantly worsened.
- Government borrowing is decreasing, with projections for a surplus by 2027 or 2028.
- Home ownership rates are rising, crime is at historic lows, and life expectancy is at record highs.
