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Reasons for not seeking work for people in New Zealand who are not in the labour force

Excluding those who have not specified reasons, 2023 Q4, thousands of people

01020304050Studying or trainingOwn sickness / illness / injury / disabilityLooking after childrenOther reasonsRetiredThere is no work availableDon't need to workLooking after othersLack skills / experience / qualificationsToo young / too oldCOVID-19 related reasonsReasons for not seeking work for people in New Zealand who arenot in the labour forceExcluding those who have not specified reasons, 2023 Q4, thousands of peopleProvider: Stats NZ