UK workers ‘job hugging’ to seek security as competition grows – report

A separate survey found that 55% of employees are prioritising security over ambition (Andrew Matthews/PA) - (PA Wire)

UK workers are “job hugging” to prioritise security over ambition, as confidence in the jobs market has weakened since last year’s autumn budget, new analysis shows.

A top economist cautioned that workers are clinging onto roles as opportunities thin out and competition for jobs intensifies.