This report presents detailed analyses derived from the 1981 New Earnings Survey, offering a comprehensive statistical overview of earnings across various industries and occupations in Great Britain. The data, collected by the Department of Employment, provides insights into wage structures, differentials, and trends, serving as a crucial resource for understanding the labor market.

This publication is a primary source document for economic historians and labor market analysts, offering granular data from a specific point in time. Its value lies in its direct presentation of survey results, enabling researchers to conduct their own analyses or compare findings with other periods. The report is expected to be a foundational reference for understanding earnings in the UK during the early 1980s.