Large number of Brits now have an additional job or side hustle, study reveals

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"Almost one in five people across Britain are now engaged in an additional job or 'side hustle', new research indicates. A survey commissioned by Scottish Widows found that 17 per cent of women and 18 per cent of men are pursuing these extra ventures. For women, buying and reselling on online platforms proves a particularly popular method for generating additional income. Men, meanwhile, frequently opt for freelance work such as design, writing, or pet care to raise extra funds."

The Independent covers major issues including reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech, producing investigations and documentaries while soliciting donations to fund on-the-ground journalism. Donations support sending journalists to speak to both sides and enable paywall-free reporting funded by those who can afford it. Separate research by Scottish Widows and YouGov finds almost one in five people in Britain now have a side hustle, with 17 percent of women and 18 percent of men participating. Women often buy and resell online; men often pursue freelance services. Lower earners use side-hustle income for living expenses, while higher earners save or invest the extra funds.

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