Is The UK Labour Market Turning a Corner? Manpowergroup Research Predicts Hiring Surge Across Regions
UK employers report an increase in hiring confidence for Q2 2026, with a Net Employment Outlook of 27% – a 125% rise on the previous quarter.
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