AI is transforming job demand across professional and technical sectors
As we progress through 2025, the UK job market continues to evolve, shaped by economic shifts and workforce dynamics. The early months of 2024 saw a resurgence in business confidence, fostering job growth and market expansion. However, the latter half of the year brought fresh challenges, including slow economic growth, rising operational costs, and financial pressures outlined in the Autumn Budget. Increased National Insurance contributions (NICs) and national minimum wage hikes have added complexity to […]
The Reality of Self-Employment in UK 2025
Self-employed individuals in the UK in 2025 are continuing to face a variety of challenges that impact their financial stability, mental health, and business operations. These issues are shaped by economic fluctuations, regulatory changes, and systemic problems within the self-employment sector. Economic Instability and Financial Pressures One of the most pressing concerns for many self-employed individuals is the rising cost of running a business. A survey by small business lender Iwoca found that 42% of […]