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UK Job Market Struggles: Unemployment Rises Amid Tax Hikes

2/24/2025

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Story summary

The UK job market struggles with rising unemployment at 4.4% and fewer job vacancies, especially in retail and hospitality.
Average advertised salaries hit a record £40,486, fueled by growth in manufacturing and maintenance.
Tax hikes and increased national insurance contributions lead businesses to cut jobs and investments.
Industry groups call on the government to postpone tax changes to mitigate job losses and economic fallout.

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Story summary

The UK job market struggles with rising unemployment at 4.4% and fewer job vacancies, especially in retail and hospitality.
Average advertised salaries hit a record £40,486, fueled by growth in manufacturing and maintenance.
Tax hikes and increased national insurance contributions lead businesses to cut jobs and investments.
Industry groups call on the government to postpone tax changes to mitigate job losses and economic fallout.