Occupational Classification

HC Deb 27 November 1972 vol 847 c30W

Mr. Cormack

asked the Secretary of State for Employment when he will make the proposed change in the occupational classification of unemployment.

Mr. Dudley Smith

As from December 1972, unemployment will be analysed under the new List of Key Occupations for Statistical Purposes. It is hoped to publish the results in the February 1973 issue of the Department of Employment Gazette.