The job market in the UK is changing. There are fewer jobs today than before. Data shows only 707,000 jobs now.
This is the lowest number since 2021. Many businesses do not want to hire new staff. Companies are very careful with their money.
Jobs in shops and hotels are hard to find. Some people do not look for normal jobs. They work for themselves.
9%. This is a small drop from last month. Workers are happy because pay is growing.
Pay grows faster than prices. This helps people pay for food and a home. Young people have many problems now.
Small businesses have high costs. One pub owner in London spoke about this. He cannot hire students.
He needs workers with many years of work. He does not have time to teach new people. One student is worried.
She does not know about her future. In other news, oil prices are lower now. The US and Iran made a peace deal.
This keeps energy costs down. The Bank of England watched these prices. 75%.
Prices are not rising fast. This is good news for the bank. But finding a job is very difficult now.
Many people want the same job. People must work hard to get a job. Life is hard for everyone.