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Dimension Economy
Data Sources The preferred official national data source for this indicator is a household-based
/ Relevant labour force survey. The population census and/or other household surveys with
Databases an appropriate employment module may also be used to obtain the required
data. Unemployment registers can serve as instruments to collect data on
unemployment levels.
As an example, these registers are commonly used in many EUROSTAT Member
States to supplement the information obtained in quarterly labour force surveys.
SDG Reference(s) SDG Indicator 8.5.2: Unemployment rate by sex, age group and people with
disabilities.
Verification Check data source.
Guidance
Check what is used as the approach for reporting and if it differs from the
definition.
a) without work during the reference period, i.e., not paid employment or
self-employment;
b) currently available for work, i.e., were available for paid employment or self-
employment during the reference period; and
c) seeking work, i.e., specific steps were taken in a specified recent period to seek
paid employment or self-employment.

NOTE:
Ensure that rate is not significantly different from national rate.
If significantly different, re-check.

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