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South West – Regional Labour Market Trends
Hiring conditions in the South West have improved at the start of 2026, though the pace remains controlled. Vacancies rose by 7.9% compared to the previous quarter, returning close to levels seen at the start of 2025. This suggests demand has stabilised, with employers resuming hiring where required rather than expanding broadly
Engineering – UK Life Sciences Labour Market Trends, May 2026
Engineering hiring across the UK pharmaceuticals sector is entering a period of adjustment, with vacancies forecast to fall by 31.5% in 2026 following strong growth of 19.2% in 2025. The shift reflects a move away from expansion-led hiring towards a more efficiency-driven approach, as organisations respond to cost pressures and evolving operating models.
North West – Regional Labour Market Trends, March 2026
The North West enters 2026 from a position of relative strength, following a 7.7% increase in vacancies in 2025. However, that growth was far from smooth. Hiring peaked in March, rising 19.2% month-on-month, before falling 16.0% by August. Despite these swings, overall demand remained resilient, with the region accounting for 55.1% of all northern vacancies.
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Gaming Snapshot
Stay informed with the latest insights on labour market shifts, hiring patterns, and industry-specific analytics. Our Snapshots highlight key developments across multiple sectors, helping you navigate the evolving recruitment landscape.
Insurance Snapshot
Stay informed with the latest insights on labour market shifts, hiring patterns, and industry-specific analytics. Our Snapshots highlight key developments across multiple sectors, helping you navigate the evolving recruitment landscape.
Corporate Recruitment Snapshot
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Croner-i: Demand for tax specialists up by 40%
Personal tax vacancies have experienced the most significant growth, with a fivefold increase in the monthly average compared to 2023. London remains the largest area for vacancies overall.
City AM: Busy claims year drives demand for risk professionals in London insurance market
High demand for risk professionals in insurance due to rising business interruption claims. London experiencing a significant surge in job opportunities.
City AM: Record-level demand for tax lawyers after Spring Budget
The Spring Budget’s batch of changes to taxation has resulted in law firms posting more vacancies for tax lawyers in February, than any other month over the last two years.
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Can NATO survive Trump?
Trump’s stance on NATO and Greenland signals a potential collapse of US security guarantees to Europe, forcing the EU to pursue military self-reliance amid a historic transatlantic rupture. For Britain, this shift brings economic risk but may open the door to closer ties with the EU as global alliances realign.
A turning point for Venezuela
Venezuela’s collapse stems from political failure, not lack of resources, and that reviving oil production with US backing could rapidly restore growth. It suggests outcomes ranging from new elections to the controversial but plausible scenario of Venezuela becoming a US protectorate to ensure stability and investment.
Private sector growth falters as Unemployment Rises
The UK economy is faltering, with rising unemployment, weak private-sector growth, and record-low business confidence. Labour’s industrial strategy has yet to deliver, leaving economic and political pressure mounting. Restoring confidence will require targeted business support, clearer regulation, and credible pro-growth policies.
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