Among the hype of AI-related research, this report examines how AI could affect the UK labour market. It explores the channels, the time-savings to be had, and the resulting effect on unemployment and economic growth.

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Reviewed by

James Cockett, Senior Labour Market Economist, CIPD

James is a quantitative analyst with experience in a variety of topics on the world of work including low pay, equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), flexible working, social mobility, wellbeing, and education and skills. 
 
James uses both publicly available data, and CIPD surveys to gain insights, with a keen interest in data visualisation.
 
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