Unemployment

However, the mixed official report still leaves room for debate among central bankers.

The report, which had been delayed by the government shutdown, gives the first official data on the job market in weeks.

Latest official data ahead of the Budget later this month shows it is the highest rate since 2021.

The figure fell by 0.1% between July and September, while the overall UK rate increased to 5%.

Tory Senedd leader says the first minister will not accept responsibility for Wales' economic woes.

Plans to get more people working pose some challenges for employers, employees and health services.

The difficulty of the job market is highlighted by a man who has gone for 80 jobs without success.