The economic recovery being seen in the rest of the country isn't reflected in this region, according to the TUC.
It says wages and job creation are increasing elsewhere, but not in the south west.
Figures released this morning show that the UK's economy grew by 0-point-7 per cent during the fourth quarter of last year.
Unemployment has risen in Devon for the last two months - although there has been a fall in Exeter.
How Torbay Hospital bosses are tackling 'risks'
Poor state of buildings impacting staff and patients
RD&E and North Devon hospital waiting times slashed
It's still one of lengthiest in the country
Bus service changes leave villagers in North Devon stranded
Petition started to reinstate former direct route from Barnstaple to Exeter
Demand for action over Teign sewage spills
'This represents a risk to health for residents and visitors'
Cyclist critically injured in Sidmouth
Man, 20s, airlifted to hospital
Council owed £4 million by its own housing company
But it won't sell Mary Archers for student flats
