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The autumn 2025 budget came at a crucial time for the Labour government. With their popularity at record lows, how Labour continues to manage the economy is key for its prospects at the next election.

Labor market conditions are similar in regions that are near each other. This is called positive spatial correlation. Analyzing county-level data from 1990 to 2024 shows that commuting flows may ...

The study of labour market dynamics and employment protection examines how hiring practices, contractual arrangements and regulatory frameworks shape the stability and productivity of workforces ...

As Washington’s partisan standoff deepens, the Labor Department is preparing for a potential halt in economic data if there is a partial government shutdown. The timing is especially sensitive. This ...

Argentine workers protested in Buenos Aires on May Day against President Javier Milei's labor law reforms, reflecting deep ...