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Covid Unemployment Tracker: 2nd update
Read our analysis of the latest data on unemployment and claimant rates in the UK.
COVID unemployment: the regional and age distinctions
Our new study of unemployment data finds that COVID unemployment is hitting Northern and Midlands areas hardest – with young people bearing the brunt.
The Work of COVID: care work and care home mortality
In this study we have focused in on those who have arguably been worst hit by the COVID pandemic: those in care homes and the care workers who look after them.
Unpacking the COVID mortality data: what does it tell us about lockdown?
Unpacking the COVID mortality data: what does it tell us about lockdown? New Autonomy analysis reveals where care home excess deaths are occurring and urges against lifting lockdown.
Jobs at Risk Index: which workers are most exposed to COVID-19?
In a massive new study, we map the UK labour force according to their potential risk of COVID-19 infection.
Sparking Change: electricity consumption, carbon emissions and working time
Read our paper on the relationship between electricity consumption and working time: what effect would a 3-day weekend have on our carbon footprint?
The Future of Work in Valencia: a report for the regional government
A strategy document commissioned by the regional government of Valencia, Spain. We outline a transitional strategy to an SME-supporting, sustainable economy, complete with 32-hour working weeks.
‘Working to Labour’: self-branding in an uncertain economy
What is self-branding? Why do we all do it and what purpose does it serve? Read our analysis of self-branding and management literature to find out.
The Ecological Limits of Work
If we were to reduce our working hours to stay within our available CO2 budget, how long would the working week have to be?
The Shorter Working Week: a radical and pragmatic proposal
A shorter working week is not only desirable, but it is a practical response to multiple crises. Read our largest report on the issue.