The employment in the UK Wholesale and Retail Trade and Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles sector is projected to grow at a steady pace from 2024 to 2028, with figures rising from 521.02 thousand Full-Time Equivalents in 2024 to 534.95 thousand in 2028. The annual increase reflects a consistent year-on-year growth rate. Notably, no data for employment in this sector for 2023 is provided here for comparison purposes.

Future trends to watch for in this sector include:

Technological advancements impacting employment structures, potentially leading to increased demand for tech-savvy workers.
The transition towards electric vehicles and its influence on the repair segment of the sector.
E-commerce growth potentially affecting traditional retail trade structures.