Loungers creates 900 jobs as expansion continues
Cafe-bar chain Loungers added over 900 jobs in the past year, revealing strong revenue growth despite a fall in profits. Discover the firm's ambitious plans to more than double its UK sites.
Cafe-bar chain Loungers added over 900 jobs in the past year, revealing strong revenue growth despite a fall in profits. Discover the firm's ambitious plans to more than double its UK sites.
UK labour market ends 2025 with a sharp rise in jobseekers and falling permanent placements, marking a 39-month decline. Analysis shows weakened demand and rising candidate numbers.
Morgan Stanley has elevated 184 employees to managing director, with London and the UK securing a significant portion of the prestigious promotions. Discover the key names and divisions.
Leonardo Helicopters warns its Yeovil factory could close, risking 3,000 skilled jobs, unless the Ministry of Defence signs a crucial £1bn new medium helicopter contract by March.
India's landmark rural job scheme, empowering millions of women and Dalits, is being hollowed out. Critics warn PM Modi's changes risk a political firestorm akin to the 2021 farm protests. Read the full analysis.
A remote Welsh island with only three permanent residents is hiring for three unique roles. Could you swap city life for a tranquil retreat on the 'Island of 20,000 Saints'?
A masked vandal's warning in Cornwall ignites debate: is AI a job threat? UK data shows soaring tech demand but entry-level roles are vulnerable. Explore the facts.
New data reveals tech roles, especially in AI, are driving UK salary growth in 2026, with Python developers earning up to £90,000. Discover the widening pay gap.
Meet Terry and Sarah Day, the father-daughter team with 64 years of service at UK Power Networks, sharing their story of loyalty, pride, and keeping London powered.
Retail giant Next reports a 10.6% sales surge over Christmas, raising its profit forecast to £1.15bn. However, it cautions of a tough year ahead amid a worsening UK jobs market. Read the full analysis.
High street chains Claire's and The Original Factory Shop enter administration, putting 2,500 UK jobs at risk. Owner Modella Capital cites weak consumer confidence and government policies. Read the full story.
Two major high street chains, Claire's Accessories and The Original Factory Shop, have collapsed into administration, threatening around 2,500 UK jobs. Read the full story on the latest retail casualties.
Owner Modella starts insolvency proceedings for both high street chains, citing 'extremely challenging' trading conditions and a pre-Christmas footfall slump. Read the full story.
High street retailers Claire's and The Original Factory Shop are preparing to appoint administrators, threatening over 2,000 jobs. Learn about the causes and the bleak outlook for UK retail.
Major UK retailers Claire's and The Original Factory Shop are on the verge of administration, threatening over 2,000 jobs. Sky News reveals the bleak start to 2026 for the high street. Read the full story.
King's College London's vice-chancellor warns a degree is now just a 'visa' to enter the professional world, amid a graduate surfeit and economic stagnation. Read the analysis.
Exclusive: The new owner of TGI Fridays UK is finalising a pre-pack administration deal, set to close up to 20 restaurants and cut hundreds of jobs. Learn the full impact on the UK hospitality sector.
HSBC names new global private banking head while hedge fund giant Jain Global bolsters its London team with senior hires. Get the latest on City moves.
As AI disrupts entry-level office roles, a severe labour shortage in the UK construction industry offers lucrative, future-proof opportunities for young people. Discover the data behind the shift.
A new survey reveals deep anxiety among buyside traders, with 40% fearing redundancy and 70% reporting mental health struggles. Explore the pressures reshaping the City.
Victoria's first publicly owned wind farm, Delburn, is now operational in the Latrobe Valley, marking a major shift in the state's energy strategy and creating local jobs. Discover the impact.
A PwC report predicts AI will automate many dealmaking tasks by 2026, reshaping investment banking. Discover the roles at risk and the new skills required.
Metro readers share strong views on phone addiction, AI threats, and European security. From London to Glasgow, see what's sparking debate. Have your say in the comments.
From Google to Microsoft, companies are hiring 'storytellers' to control their narrative. Discover what this ancient role means in the modern corporate world and the salaries on offer.
The UK's first Universal Studios theme park, set to open near Bedford in 2031, has been approved. The £50bn project promises 28,000 jobs and will transform the region's economy. Discover the plans and local reaction.
From fake 'ghost job' ads to AI interviewers, the UK job market has become a soul-destroying maze. Discover why even experienced professionals are struggling to be seen by a human.
Top executives at the European Investment Bank signal a continued hiring freeze for 2025, even as a major dealmaking surge is predicted for 2026. Explore the strategic reasons behind the caution.
A £120m government investment, matched by Ineos, safeguards 500 jobs at Grangemouth, preserving vital UK industrial capacity for medical and aerospace plastics. Read the full story.
New figures reveal a sharp rise in UK unemployment, with young people aged 16-24 bearing the brunt. We explore the causes and potential solutions with careers expert Shoshanna Davis. Listen to the full Sky News Daily podcast.
Delayed US jobs data shows a volatile labour market, with a four-year high unemployment rate of 4.6%. Federal Reserve Chair warns data should be viewed with a 'skeptical eye'. Read the full analysis.