HC Deb 28 May 1962 vol 660 c94W
75. Mr. Dempsey

asked the Minister of Labour by what percentage the total number of unemployed, giving separate figures for those over and under 18, changed between April, 1961, and April, 1962.

Mr. Hare

The percentage rate of unemployment rose from 1.5 to 2 and the total number unemployed increased by 29 per cent. The increase was 30.6 per cent. among persons over 18 and 4.4 per cent. among those under that age.