Britain’s jobs market downturn eased slightly last month, according to a survey of recruitment companies. The monthly Report on Jobs from accountants KPMG and the Recruitment and Employment Confederation showed temporary billings growth rose to a more than three-year high in June, although permanent placements contracted.
Key Survey Findings
The survey’s gauge of permanent starting salaries hit a five-month high, and Bank of England policymakers are watching pay pressures closely. Recent business surveys suggest activity, especially in the services sector, has slowed sharply in recent months after official data showed the economy grew strongly at the start of 2026.
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