With Christmas being the season of goodwill to all men. It is exciting to end the year with good news about the economy and jobs rather than the doom and gloom of recent years. According to a report released by the CBI, half of UK firms plan to expand their workforce next year. With more permanent jobs being created than temporary ones. All UK nations and regions are expected to expand employment. And prospects for young people are expected to be better than in 2014. “Outlook for 2015”
The CBI survey also had positive news on pay. With rises anticipated in 2015 but at a ‘cautious’ rate. Most recent reports show wage growth in the UK picking up and this is expected to continue. Average earnings were up 1.6% from a year ago and unemployment was down by 63,000.
However along with the good news came a warning
The skills gap could prevent some of those jobs being filled. It is seen as the number one threat to UK economic growth in 2015 so now could be the right time to update or expand your skills to help you secure the job you’ve always wanted in 2015.
At Journey Recruitment we have seen a strong end to 2014. We are still very busy with plenty of jobs to fill at what would normally be a fairly quiet time of year so that is very positive.
This is our last blog of the year so on behalf of everyone here at Journey Recruitment. I would like to wish everyone a very Happy Christmas. We will be open over the festive period so do check out all the jobs on our website. If you feel in need of a change or want to start the New Year in a new job then do contact us – see you all in 2015!
“Outlook for 2015”
Journey Recruitment hopes you have a great day.