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3 Million UK Jobs At Risk from Automation by 2035

11/25/2025

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The National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) warns up to 3 million low-skilled UK jobs could vanish by 2035 due to automation and AI.
Jobs at risk include trades and administrative roles, according to Jude Hillary, the report author, who notes reskilling challenges.
The report contrasts with studies suggesting AI will impact technical jobs more significantly.
Hillary notes layoffs may stem from economic factors rather than AI.

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Story summary

The National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) warns up to 3 million low-skilled UK jobs could vanish by 2035 due to automation and AI.
Jobs at risk include trades and administrative roles, according to Jude Hillary, the report author, who notes reskilling challenges.
The report contrasts with studies suggesting AI will impact technical jobs more significantly.
Hillary notes layoffs may stem from economic factors rather than AI.