United Kingdom on Recruiting

AI in recruitment enhances efficiency and scalability, but poses significant risks including unintended bias, digital exclusion, and data protection challenges. Employers should assess AI tools for fairness, ensure compliance with data laws, and choose trustworthy suppliers to mitigate these risks.

The UK hospitality sector faces severe staffing challenges due to restrictive immigration policies and higher sponsorship costs. Upcoming Conservative and Labour immigration proposals could further exacerbate these issues by reducing net migration and increasing hiring costs.

In England and Wales, one can practice law without a university law degree. Training routes include becoming a solicitor via the SQE exams or a Chartered Legal Executive through the flexible CILEX Professional Qualification. Both pathways require work experience.