More Scots Finding Work Despite Slowing Market

More Scots are finding work but the market is slowing, according to the Bank of Scotland's latest report.

November's survey of recruitment agencies found appointments are increasing, but not as much as in previous months, and demand for staff meant strong salary and wage rates continued.

Meanwhile firms noted a slight increase in the number of suitable candidates available for positions which the Bank says indicates Scotland's economy is growing, but slowing.

Donald MacRae, Chief Economist at Bank of Scotland, said:

“November's Report on Jobs showed further growth in the number of people appointed to jobs although the pace of increase eased to its lowest level for seven months.  

"Vacancies for permanent jobs rose, but at a slower rate than earlier in the year.

"These results indicate Scotland's economy is growing, but slowing.”