Jobless rate falls to 7.2%, its lowest since the crash

The monthly unemployment rate fell slightly again last month, to 7.2%.

Jobless rate falls to 7.2%, its lowest since the crash
Wed, 04 Jan, 2017 - 11:24

The monthly unemployment rate fell slightly again last month, to 7.2%.

There were 157,700 people out of work in December, according to the latest CSO figures.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

Benefit image

Introductory offer. Annual billed once for first year. Monthly (discount first 3 months) billed monthly, then €10/month. Ts&Cs apply.

WhatsApp logo

Irish Examiner’s WhatsApp channel

More in this section

Wet weekend ahead as northwest counties put under yellow weather warning Wet weekend ahead as northwest counties put under yellow weather warning
Project management delivery team appointed for long-delayed Cork Events Centre project Project management delivery team appointed for long-delayed Cork Events Centre project
Westlife 25th anniversary gets Irish stamp of approval as An Post launches limited edition Westlife 25th anniversary gets Irish stamp of approval as An Post launches limited edition
CourtsUnemployment figuresUnemploymentjoblessness
<p>Corporate landlords now hold 14% of market as rent hikes top 10% in multiple counties. Picture: Denis Minihane.</p>

RTB warns of ‘significant concern’ as nationwide average rent hits €1,696

READ NOW

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited