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What you need to know about jobs and COVID-19 in 5 charts

Labour income globally dropped by 10.7%, or $3.5 trillion, in the first three quarters of 2020. Image: Jennifer A. Patterson/ILO

Victoria Masterson
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Working hours 2020 covid-19 fiscal stimulus
Low and middle-income countries are facing a growing stimulus gap. Image: ILO
Unemployment increases employment decline
Inactivity is rising faster than unemployment except in the US and Canada. Image: ILO
Labour income loss
Groups including women and informal workers will need particular support. Image: ILO
Work lockdown COVID-19 health
Lockdowns are more relaxed in lower-income countries. Image: ILO
Working hours COVID-19 coronavirus
As the pandemic continues, governments, employers and workers need to keep talking. Image: ILO
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