Autumn upswing: Unemployment in Gladbeck, Bottrop and Gelsenkirchen sinks!

Autumn upswing: Unemployment in Gladbeck, Bottrop and Gelsenkirchen sinks!

In October 2024, unemployment in Gladbeck, Bottrop and Gelsenkirchen has decreased slightly. A total of around 29,500 people in the region are looking for a job, which is a small progress compared to the previous month. Developments in Gladbeck and Bottrop are particularly gratifying, where several people have found a new job. Nevertheless, the expectations of the employment agencies were on a stronger autumn revitalization.

Despite the positive trends, the situation is still challenging. In Gelsenkirchen with 14.9 percent, the unemployment rate remains the highest, followed by Gladbeck with 10.8 percent and Bottrop with 8.1 percent, the lowest rate in the region. In order to increase the opportunities on the labor market, the agency in Gelsenkirchen calls up to deal more intensively with further training in order to be prepared for future job offers. Further details on the current situation can be found in a report www.radioemscherlippe.de .