Official ONS figures show that the Conservative’s economic management means that the unemployment rate has fallen to its lowest level in nearly half a century.
Figures show that in the East of England, there are now 3,111,574 people in work – meaning that, under the Conservatives, 367,685 more people have been able to access the security of a job.
And there are more people than ever in secure jobs with 24.2 million in full-time employment.
Wages have risen ahead of prices for the 20th consecutive month, meaning families have greater financial security and can plan for their future with confidence.
In the Huntingdon constituency the number of people who are claiming key out-of-work benefits has fallen by 832 since 2010 – an overall reduction of 45 per cent.
Combined with the news that the economy continues to grow, the figures show that the UK’s economic fundamentals are strong. But this could be put at risk with a Corbyn led government in a hung parliament, reliant on the SNP, that would see 2020 consumed by two chaotic referendums – one on Brexit and one on Scotland; would ruin our economy with £1.2 trillion spending, £2,400 higher taxes for everyone; and, which would put our public services at risk with a policy of unlimited and uncontrolled immigration.
These figures show the underlying strengths of our economy – with millions of people benefiting from a sustained boost in pay and access to a regular pay cheque. The Conservatives have a proven track record on delivering on jobs, with 3.7 million more people in work since 2010.
Conservative candidate for the Huntingdon constituency, Jonathan Djanogly, has welcomed these figures, saying:
“These figures are another sign that the fundamentals of the British economy are strong with the unemployment rate lower than at any point in nearly half a century. This Conservative Government has created 3.7 million jobs including 367,685 more jobs in our region. We should not let Labour throw all that hard work away.
“In the next few weeks, voters face a crucial choice. A Conservative government led by Boris Johnson that gets Brexit done, and is able to focus on people's priorities like creating jobs, the NHS and our schools. Or Jeremy Corbyn as Prime Minister, and an economy buckling under the strain of soaring borrowing and the chaos of another two referendums.
"Every Labour Government has left office with higher unemployment than when they came in. A Corbyn led Labour Government would see everyone paying an extra £2,400 a year in tax to fund their reckless spending plans, this is the equivalent of an entire month’s pay for the average worker."
