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The UK Consulting Market in 2026

Published Feb 2026

There’s a change in the air for UK consulting clients. Realising the market may remain unreliable, they have replaced fear with a determination to act, creating an uplift in demand for support in execution and delivery in 2026.

“There's a cautious optimism that there's going to be growth in the market,” says author Nick Jotischky, Head of Market Trends. “Clients are embarking on a year of implementation and execution, and that will often lead to a need for external support.”

Based on a comprehensive survey of 200 senior buyers in the UK and data from Source’s proprietary MegaModel, this report provides the roadmap for consulting firms to navigate the UK consulting market, which is projected to grow by 6% in 2026.

What’s inside?

  • A map of the growth hotspots: A sector and service line overview of the markets expanding the fastest in 2026.
  • The most important factors guiding firm choice: Find out why you need to shout about your firm’s strategic partnerships.
  • Analysis of clients’ needs and priorities: 2026 is set to be a year of execution—but where will clients invest?
     

Why it matters for your firm 

  • Inform strategy with evidence: Use independent data on market confidence, growth, and client demand to guide your strategic direction. 
  • Validate investment plans: Ensure resource allocation and initiatives are backed by credible market insight. 
  • Accelerate confident decisions: Equip members of your executive team with clear, actionable insight to reach agreement quickly and take decisive action. 

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