Robert Half: AI-generated applications are slowing hiring for two-thirds of UK employers

Sep 14, 2026 · Issue 7 · 1 source, 1 article

Robert Half research finds that AI-generated applications are slowing hiring for two-thirds of UK employers. Some 48% of employers have run into problems with AI-generated CVs.

Who is affected and how

HR professional

As application volumes grow, the screening process and verification steps need rethinking.

job seeker

Unique, verifiable content helps candidates stand out from formulaic AI applications.

Narrative: AI versus AI: a trust crisis in hiring

Sources

• Robert Half research reveals AI-generated applications are slowing hiring for two-thirds of UK employerspressreleases.responsesource.com · Sep 14, 2026

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