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18/01/2017
Drop In Number Of People Claiming Unemployment Benefits
The number of people claiming unemployment benefits in Northern Ireland has dropped, according to the latest labour market figures.
The number of claimants now stands at 32,700.
The unemployment rate in NI is 5.6%, which is above the 4.8% UK average.
Economy Minister Simon Hamilton said: "The figures published today contain positive messages across a range of key labour market indicators.
"In particular, the reductions in unemployment over the medium term and the further and continued decreases in the number of people on the unemployment register. In addition, employee jobs have continued to increase over the year in NI but estimates show the rate of growth is beginning to slow.
"It is important therefore that local businesses continue to develop through research and development, seeking new markets and promoting inward investment."
(CD)
The number of claimants now stands at 32,700.
The unemployment rate in NI is 5.6%, which is above the 4.8% UK average.
Economy Minister Simon Hamilton said: "The figures published today contain positive messages across a range of key labour market indicators.
"In particular, the reductions in unemployment over the medium term and the further and continued decreases in the number of people on the unemployment register. In addition, employee jobs have continued to increase over the year in NI but estimates show the rate of growth is beginning to slow.
"It is important therefore that local businesses continue to develop through research and development, seeking new markets and promoting inward investment."
(CD)
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