The summer job market for teenagers and students has sharply declined due to increased employers' National Insurance Contributions announced by Rachel Reeves. Approximately 84,000 hospitality jobs have vanished, with openings dropping by over 22,000 compared to last year. Clive Watson, founder of the City Pub Company, noted that businesses prioritise regular staff over temporary roles. Kate Nicholls, chairman of UKHospitality, said young people are missing out on essential work experience. She urged the Government to provide tax breaks to encourage hiring, stating: "It's not that the work isn't there... it's that we simply can't afford them."
