Labour market statistics. The real figures in U.K

Introduction of Universal Credit

The Claimant Count estimates do not yet include claimants of Universal Credit. ONS is working with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to include jobseeker Universal Credit claims in the Claimant Count statistics as soon as possible.

This is a key statement when looking at the figures featured
Note that this is based on the Job Seeker Allowance figures not Universal Credit figures