UK · 29 May 2026

UK hiring plans stay strong despite confidence drop

UK companies are still planning to hire new staff, which is positive for the job market, despite employer confidence falling. This information comes from the latest JobsOutlook survey by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, working with Whitestone Insights. The survey gathered insights on hiring intentions from 700 different firms across the country.

By BriefTea Editorial · 29 May 2026 at 22:45

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