Wages still rising but gap is starting to narrow with inflation

The inflation jump of 3.7% exceeded the 3% increase in salaries during the third month of the year. In the first quarter of 2025, registered private workers fell short of price developments. Read more

Wages still rising but gap is starting to narrow with inflation

Vacancies Still Falling As Wages Outpace Inflation  - British Chambers of Commerce

Responding to the latest labour market data, published by the ONS this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said:   “This data suggests some loosening in the jobs market with vacancies staying below pre-pandemic levels and unemployment nudging up, but wage growth including bonuses remains strong.    “Although the pace of salary increases has slowed, they are still significantly above inflation.…