The self-employment in the UK’s water supply, sewerage, waste management and remediation services sector is projected to decrease from 18.51 million hours in 2024 to 17.77 million hours by 2028. Comparing to 2023, this indicates a declining trend over the forecasted period.
Year-on-year variations are minor yet consistent, showing approximately a 1% decrease annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period stands at approximately -1%.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements and policy changes impacting self-employment opportunities, alongside broader economic conditions affecting the sector's labor dynamics.
