Diana Russell

Guest writer

Diana Russell is a senior consultant at Business and Economic Research Ltd (BERL). She is experienced in economic research and analysis, with a core focus on labour markets that deliver security, wellbeing and equitable outcomes.

Young New Zealanders are bearing the brunt of the rising unemployment rate (Image: The Spinoff)

The labour market is leaving young people behind – and that’s a problem for all of us

When Covid closed the borders, young New Zealanders filled the gaps. They're now bearing the brunt of the rising unemployment rate.

By Diana Russell | 21st August, 2024