Nine in 10 firms say Brexit affecting recruitment – CBI

Business group warns of growing shortages across all skills levels

Nine in 10 businesses say Brexit has affected their ability to recruit and train staff this year, the Confederation of British Industry has said.

The Recruitment and Employment Confederation, the professional body for the recruitment industry, says the public sector, including the NHS and schools, face up to seven more years of skills shortages, based on current demand.