The number of out of work adults in the East Midlands rose fractionally in the three months to November, amid concerns the figure could get worse.
As the cost of living crisis hits industry, there are concerns the 3.4 per cent unemployment rate could start heading upwards.
East Midlands Chamber said unemployment has been steadily rising since the record low of 2.4 per cent last summer, even though it is still below the national average of 3.7 per cent.
