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UK job vacancies tumble across the board

UK job vacancies tumble across the board

Summary

The job market in the UK is slowing down, with fewer job openings and a slight drop in the number of people working. Between May and July, job vacancies dropped by 5.8%, and the decline was most noticeable in the hospitality and retail sectors.

Key Facts

  • Job vacancies in the UK fell by 5.8% from May to July.
  • The total number of job openings was about 718,000 during this period.
  • Most industries saw a drop in job vacancies.
  • The number of people on payrolls slightly decreased between April and June.
  • The hospitality and retail sectors experienced the biggest reduction in jobs.
  • Average wages grew by 5%.
  • The unemployment rate remained steady at 4.7%.
  • An estimated 8,000 fewer people were on payrolls in June compared to July.
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