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February 10, 2026
UK permanent hiring fell in January at its slowest rate in 18 months, while temporary billings rose slightly for the first time in three months. Candidate availability grew at the softest pace in a year, but pay for both permanent and temporary staff increased sharply due to competition for skilled workers. Overall demand for staff […]
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January 12, 2026
The UK jobs market ended 2025 cautiously, with sharp falls in permanent placements and a modest decline in temporary billings. Weak employer confidence and rising costs slowed hiring, though pay growth improved and the market showed early signs of stabilisation. Click on the link below to find all the latest recruitment stats, data, and survey […]
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January 7, 2026
This article explains how AI interviews work, what recruiters are assessing behind the scenes, and how candidates can prepare to make a strong impression when faced with chat bots or AI video interview tools. AI interviews are increasingly used at early recruitment stages. Chat bots and AI interview agents follow structured scripts. Responses may be […]
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December 8, 2025
Demand for staff and placements continued to fall in November, with permanent hiring seeing another marked decline. Candidate availability rose sharply due to redundancies and fewer vacancies. Overall, uncertainty around the Budget and wider economic pressures kept the labour market subdued and employers cautious. Click on the link below to find all the latest recruitment […]
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November 14, 2025
Temporary billings have risen for the first time in 16 months, signalling a slight improvement in hiring confidence. Meanwhile, permanent placements continue to decline, though at a slower pace, as economic uncertainty keeps employers cautious. Click on the link below to find all the latest recruitment stats, data, and survey results from KPMG and REC. […]
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October 10, 2025
UK permanent hiring fell in September at its slowest rate in a year, while temporary jobs also declined. Starting salaries barely rose, and candidate availability grew sharply. Scotland saw stronger permanent hiring and pay, showing the market is slowly stabilising. Click on the link below to find all the latest recruitment stats, data, and survey […]
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September 26, 2025
Key Takeaways If you don’t hear back after an interview, a polite follow-up email can clarify the situation and demonstrate continued interest. Silence doesn’t always mean rejection—stay professional and persistent. Ask about next steps during the interview to set expectations. No response often isn’t personal—there are many possible reasons. A clear, courteous follow-up email should […]
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September 8, 2025
Staff availability rose sharply in August, the fastest since 2020. Demand for workers and vacancies continued to fall. Pay growth slowed to its weakest in over four years. Click on the link below to find all the latest recruitment stats, data, and survey results from KPMG and REC. Download Full Report
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August 29, 2025
This article explains how to answer the interview question “What motivates you?” by encouraging honest reflection, preparation, and alignment between your personal drivers and the role you are applying for. Employers ask this to understand your motivation and suitability. Preparation helps align your answer with the role. Authentic examples strengthen your response. Generic or salary-focused […]
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August 11, 2025
July saw the UK labour market slow, with permanent and temporary placements falling, vacancies declining, and starting salary growth at a four-year low. Candidate availability rose due to redundancies and job security fears, while hiring in retail and hospitality weakened. Click on the link below to find all the latest recruitment stats, data, and survey […]
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