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The latest figures suggest that the labour market remained generally tight in
recent months.
During the period of September - November 1994, the number of unemployed persons, adjusted for variations in the number of first-time job-seekers, was estimated at 63,800, while the number of underemployed persons was estimated at 41,600. The unemployment and underemployment statistics were obtained from a continuous General Household Survey conducted by the Census and Statistics Department.
The survey for September - November 1994 covered a quarterly sample of some 12,500 households or 42,700 persons, selected scientifically to represent the land-based civilian non-institutional population in Hong Kong.
Relevant data was obtained by interviewing each individual member aged 15 and above in the households sampled.
In the survey, the definitions used in measuring unemployment and underemployment follow closely those recommended by the International Labour Organisation.
Detailed analysis of labour force characteristics is given in the report on the General Household Survey which is published four times a year.
The next report covering the quarter ending December 1994 will be available at the Government Publications Centre, Low Block, ground floor, Queensway Government Offices, 66 Queensway, by the end of March at $24 a copy.
End/Tuesday, January 17, 1995
Six more to contest Municipal Council elections
A total of six nominations of candidates were received today (Tuesday) for the Municipal Council elections on March 5. This brings the total number of nominations received to 104.
The nomination period will last until next Monday (January 23).
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