I was going to ask the very same question, I started the FIC around 18 months ago then stopped after 10 hours due to lack of full time jobs, the uncertainty in the sector and the fact I had a decent ish salary were I was, my worry was another rating to keep current and as any job openings were pay as you fly the worry of no students, bad weather and will I have enough for the bills this month all told me to pause it and reevalute some time in the future, whilst keeping current doing a couple of hours a month for pleasure.
Pausing the course has no penalties as there is no time limit.
I feel I made the right choice having seen a few FI's returning to previous trades/industries and leaving flying altogether.
I am looking at starting up again during the winter months with a view to being ready for work next year.