Maintaining Service Standards While Managing The National Insurance Hike
Sunday saw Chancellor Reeves roll out the autumn budget, delivering a heavy blow to employers across the country. People-powered industries like hospitality, which already suffered a 2.4% trade dip in January, will bear the brunt of the cost, as some sectors prove to be more equal than others.
With wage increases lagging behind the rising cost of living, Brits are tightening household budgets and reining in their spending. Companies can only pass so much of the National Insurance hike on to consumers before covers drop and footfall grinds to a halt. For many, cutting headcount isn’t an option either: hotels, restaurants, pubs, and retailers all rely on the quality of their service to secure repeat business; a quality upheld by the very people who work in these establishments.
One solution? Agency Staffing. Companies like Conifer can help businesses maintain the service standards their customers expect, while staying agile in the face of fluctuating seasonal demands and reducing unnecessary spend. The good news doesn’t stop there; agencies can rotate workers between clients, ensuring staff stay employed even when seasonal demand drops would otherwise push them back into the job market.
If you’re worried about what the new budget might mean for you, or your staff, get in touch with Conifer for a free consultation to see how we can help. Now hearken well and spread my tidings, of the golden future time.