Unemployment Statistics (ILO-based)

The Unemployment Statistics (ILO-based) provide unemployment figures based on the International Labour Organisation's definitions. The unemployed are defined as permanent residents who do not have a job, who are looking for work and who can start work within a short period of time. The Unemployment Statistics (ILO-based) have provided monthly unemployment figures since 1991.

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Federal Statistical Office Section Labour Force
Espace de l'Europe 10
CH-2010 Neuchâtel
Switzerland
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