| Value | Category |
|---|---|
| 1 | Looking after children or incapacitated adults |
| 2 | Of own illness or disability |
| 3 | Of other personal or family responsibilities |
| 4 | Of education or training |
| 5 | Of retirement |
| 6 | Of belief that no work is available |
| 7 | Awaiting recall to work (persons on lay-off) |
| 8 | Of other reasons |
| 9 | No reason given |
| Sysmiss |