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2026.06.1806:00:00UTC+00UK Employment Growth Cools in April as 3-Month Hiring Pace Slows

The United Kingdom’s labour market showed signs of moderation in April 2026, as the 3-month-on-3-month Employment Change indicator eased to 100,000 from 148,000 in March 2026.

According to data updated on 18 June 2026, the latest figure reflects a slowdown in the pace of job creation when comparing the February–April period with the prior three months, versus the stronger gains recorded in the January–March period. On a month-over-month comparison basis, the “actual” April change is measured against March, while the “previous” March reading represents a comparison with February.

The softer April reading suggests that while UK employment is still rising, the momentum seen earlier in the year has cooled, potentially signaling more cautious hiring conditions heading into the middle of 2026.

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