The UK's Accommodation and Food Services sector, as of 2023, recorded an employment engagement level expressed in billion hours. From 2023 to 2028, the sector is forecasted to see a steady year-on-year growth, with 2028 projected at 2.87 billion hours, indicating a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over five years. This shows a moderate but consistent increase in employment activity within the sector, reflecting a gradual recovery and expansion post-pandemic.

Future trends to monitor include:

The impact of automation and technology on employment dynamics.
Demand fluctuations driven by consumer behavior and economic conditions.
Policy changes regarding immigration, minimum wage, and labor laws that might influence the sector's employment landscape.