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Commons leader outlines ‘packed legislative agenda’ for Parliament’s return
MPs can expect a “packed legislative agenda” on their return to Parliament, Commons leader Lucy Powell said, including Bills on renters’ reform and water
Civil Service Commissioner Baroness Gisela Stuart launches cronyism probe
A review of appointments to some government jobs has been launched after accusations of cronyism.Labour has defended the appointment of three people to top civi
Shell to cut hundreds of jobs in oil and gas…
Shell is to cut hundreds of jobs from its oil and gas exploration operation in the latest move by the chief executive, Wael Sawan, to slash up to $3bn (£2.3bn)
New discount chain store could create jobs in Devon
The owners of a chain of discount stores have applied to take over a site in Devon, potentially creating 100 new jobs.T J Morris Ltd (TJM) wants to open a Home
Hospices hit by funding crisis
BBC NewsKristy Clayton said plans for cuts at facilities in the Midlands are 'heartbreaking' Five hospices caring for terminally ill people have planned job cu
Only 40% of UK see creative sector roles as “real…
A survey of 2,008 UK adults has found that only 40% believe that roles in the creative sector are, “real jobs”. Commissioned by VFX and animation schoo
‘Like throwing myself at a wall’: UK graduates struggle in…
“The job market is so insane right now. I’ve got work experience and internships from the UK, Paris and Hong Kong. I’ve taken courses, networked and am wo
Gopuff to increase fees as it hopes to deliver first…
Gopuff cut almost 1,000 jobs during 2023. Credit - Gopuff.Delivery company Gopuff is to up its fees as it targets turning its first-ever UK profit in the coming
UK employers downgrade importance of educational qualifications
New research has revealed that nearly two-thirds (65%) of UK employers now consider educational qualifications less important when hiring. A study by hiring p
Certainty for oil and gas industry in light of landmark…
The government has today announced plans for new environmental guidance for oil and gas firms to provide stability for industry, support investment, protect jo
‘The outlook is worrying’: Fossil fuel reliance puts 140,000 UK…
The UK chemicals industry is facing a "worrying" outlook that could see its competitiveness undermined by a continued reliance on fossil fuels that risks resul
UK citizens report royal family for ‘lavish life without jobs’
South Yorkshire Police became overwhelmed with responses about the UK's royal family after launching a campaign targeting individuals living lavish lifestyles w
