Technology · 26 July 2026
Most UK businesses now expect all staff to have basic AI skills
Around three in four UK companies expect basic AI proficiency to be a standard requirement for most non-technical roles within the next year. While 82% of firms invest in AI upskilling, an almost equal number (80%) seek candidates already strong in AI. Workers are increasingly expected to take some ownership, as 63% of employers consider AI in promotion decisions.
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