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UK Unemployment Hits 5.2%: Young Job Seekers Struggle

3/20/2026

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The United Kingdom's unemployment rate rose to 5.2% in 2025's final quarter, the highest since early 2021.
Unemployment among 16- to 24-year-olds stands at 16%, approaching an 11-year high.
The Guardian seeks input from under-25 job seekers who have hunted for over a year, including graduates and apprentices, to share experiences and challenges.
Submissions may be anonymous, with personal data securely handled and deleted when no longer needed.

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Story summary

The United Kingdom's unemployment rate rose to 5.2% in 2025's final quarter, the highest since early 2021.
Unemployment among 16- to 24-year-olds stands at 16%, approaching an 11-year high.
The Guardian seeks input from under-25 job seekers who have hunted for over a year, including graduates and apprentices, to share experiences and challenges.
Submissions may be anonymous, with personal data securely handled and deleted when no longer needed.