The UK government has launched a consultation on employment status reforms, addressing a three-tier framework with new proposals on control and the burden of proof.

The IMF cautioned that artificial intelligence could affect 40% of global employment, posing questions for future labour markets and tax bases.

The UK labour market shows signs of cooling as unemployment rose to 4.4% and job vacancies recorded their 31st consecutive period of decline. The ONS continues to adjust its methodology to address volatility in survey data.