Annual Survey Of Hours And Earnings 2020
Annual Survey Of Hours And Earnings 2020
Introduction
The Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) is a survey conducted by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). It provides information on the levels, distribution, and make-up of earnings and hours paid for employees in all industries and occupations in Great Britain. The survey is conducted every year and the most recent survey was conducted in 2020. This article will provide an overview of the survey, its purpose and findings.
Purpose of ASHE 2020
The primary purpose of ASHE 2020 was to provide an updated snapshot of the labour market in Great Britain. The survey was designed to measure the levels of earnings and hours paid for employees across different industries and occupations. It also provided information on the number of people employed in different occupations, and how their earnings and hours changed over time. In addition, the survey was used to help inform policy decisions and to help inform the public of the state of the labour market.
Methodology
The survey was conducted using a stratified random sample of approximately 150,000 jobs in Great Britain. The survey was conducted in the form of a questionnaire which was completed by employees in their workplaces. The survey was then analysed and the results were published in the form of tables and charts.
Key Findings from ASHE 2020
The key findings from ASHE 2020 were that the overall median hourly earnings for all employees in Great Britain was £11.30, an increase of 0.3% from 2019. The median gross weekly earnings were £575, an increase of 0.9% from 2019. There was also a decrease of 0.2% in the median number of hours worked per week, which now stands at 31.3 hours. The survey also found that there were increases in the proportion of employees receiving a bonus payment, and the proportion of employees receiving an employer pension contribution.
Conclusion
The Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings 2020 provided an updated snapshot of the labour market in Great Britain. The survey showed that overall median hourly earnings and median gross weekly earnings had increased slightly from 2019, while the median number of hours worked per week had decreased. The survey also showed increases in the proportion of employees receiving a bonus payment and employer pension contributions. This information can be used to inform policy decisions and to help inform the public of the state of the labour market.
References
Office for National Statistics. 2020. Annual Survey Of Hours And Earnings 2020. [online] Available at:
