Graduates in the UK labour market 2013

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Key points

In 2013 there were 12 million graduates in the UK.
Steady increase in the number of graduates in the UK over the past decade.
In April to June 2013 graduates were more likely to be employed than those who left education with qualifications of a lower standard.
Non-graduates aged 21 to 30 have consistently higher unemployment rates than all other groups.
Non-graduates aged 21 to 30 have much higher inactivity rates than recent graduates.
Over 40% of graduates worked in the p...