Ethnic Minority Women Face Worst Workplace Barriers in UK
A new report reveals ethnic minority women in the UK face exclusion, discrimination, and blocked career progression, with many fearing to raise concerns.
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Employers Must Lead on Jobs Crisis as AI Reshapes Workforce
Octavius Black argues that while government initiatives like hiring bonuses are important, businesses must take the lead in creating meaningful work opportunities, especially as AI threatens traditional entry-level jobs.
UK Business Giants Form Taskforce to Combat Unemployment
Leading companies including BT, Shell, and Marks & Spencer have joined a new employer-led initiative to hire more people from benefits and address the UK's weakening labor market.
Youth Unemployment Crisis: Systemic Overhaul Needed
Young people face rising unemployment due to policy failures and lack of support. Letters highlight the need for trust, job security, and structural changes to address this crisis.
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Undertaker Crushed by Scissor Lift in Funeral Parlour
A grandmother and undertaker was found dead after being crushed by a scissor lift used to move bodies in a Norfolk funeral home, an inquest hears.
London Must Embrace Neurodivergent Talent for Success
During Neurodiversity Celebration Week, City leaders emphasize that embracing neurological diversity is crucial for innovation, better decision-making, and attracting the next generation of talent to London's financial district.
Fed Orders Oaknorth to Set Up UK Holding Firm for US Acquisition
The US Federal Reserve has intervened, requiring digital bank Oaknorth to establish a UK holding company to secure approval for its acquisition of Michigan's Community Unity Bank, amid shifting regulatory landscapes.
Care Leavers Locked Out of Work as Recruitment Lags Behind
A new report reveals thousands of care leavers in England struggle to find jobs due to rigid recruitment processes, despite employer willingness to hire them.
Nursery Calls: The Hidden Struggle for Working Parents
Working parents face emotional and professional turmoil as nursery sickness calls disrupt careers. Research reveals children experience 18 illnesses in their first year, creating workplace conflicts.
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Sunak Urges Rethink on Job Taxation Amid AI Hiring Shift
Former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak warns that current tax policies risk lagging behind AI-driven changes in hiring, as research shows slowdowns in recruitment and companies increasingly consider automation over human workers.
Master's Graduate Rejected from 500 Jobs, Now on Benefits
Theo dal Pozzo, a 23-year-old with a first-class master's in computer science, has been rejected from over 500 jobs since May 2025 and now depends on Universal Credit, highlighting youth unemployment challenges.
Firm Pays $22.5M Over Newborn Death After Remote Work Denial
An Ohio freight-brokerage company must pay $22.5 million in damages after denying a woman's remote work request during a high-risk pregnancy, leading to her newborn's death, a jury ruled.
49 London Employers Shamed for Minimum Wage Violations
Over 10,000 workers in London were underpaid by 49 employers, who have been ordered to repay £770,000. Bupa Care Services topped the list, owing £441,439 to 8,810 employees.
Under-25s Jobless for a Year: Share Your Experience
Capital Post seeks stories from young people under 25 unemployed for over a year, as ONS data shows youth joblessness at an 11-year high of 16%. We want to hear about your job search struggles and impacts.
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NEETs Plan at Risk from Management Training Cuts
The government's decision to scrap funding for management apprenticeships threatens to undermine efforts to support NEETs, as trained managers are crucial for guiding young people into sustainable employment.
Adrian Chiles: Learning to Love Mondays with Work-Life Balance
Adrian Chiles shares his journey from dreading Mondays to cherishing them, detailing how a structured four-day workweek transformed his life and restored his sanity.
UK Wage Growth Falls to 3.8%, a Five-Year Low
UK wage growth dropped to 3.8% in the three months to January, the slowest rate in over five years, with younger workers disproportionately affected by a hiring slowdown.
UK Unemployment at Five-Year High, Youth Rate Climbs
UK unemployment remains at a five-year high of 5.2%, driven by rising youth joblessness. The Iran war threatens to worsen inflation and hiring prospects.
UK Unemployment at 5-Year High, Wage Growth Slows
Official figures reveal UK unemployment remains at 5.2%, the highest rate in five years, while wage growth hits its lowest point in over five years, signaling economic challenges ahead.
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UK Job Market Softens as Economic Outlook Worsens
Official data reveals a decline in payrolled employees and job vacancies, with unemployment holding at 5.2%. The Bank of England's interest rate hold and global conflicts threaten recovery.
Youth Hiring Subsidies Called 'Insulting' by Young Workers
A £1bn scheme to pay firms for hiring young people faces criticism as a 'sticking plaster' solution that fails to address root causes of youth unemployment.
Women Undermine Earnings Before Job Applications
New analysis shows women set lower salary expectations, apply for fewer jobs, and target lower-paying roles than men, contributing to the gender pay gap from the outset.
Woman Admits Faking Cancer Note and Lying About TfL CCTV
Louise Gallagher, 50, faces prison after admitting to fabricating a doctor's note about cancer treatment and falsely claiming TfL had CCTV evidence of sexual assaults in failed employment tribunal cases against former employers Bunzl and Essity.
Elderly Cleaner Paid £6.80 for Two Months Sick Leave
A 70-year-old cleaner received only £6.80 in statutory sick pay after a two-month absence due to injury, highlighting complex SSP rules and eligibility criteria.
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Bentley Cuts Hundreds of UK Jobs in Global Market Shift
Bentley Motors is set to cut hundreds of jobs in the UK as it navigates a challenging global market environment, impacting its workforce amid economic pressures.
Cesar Chavez's Farm Workers Union Legacy Endures Today
The United Farm Workers union, founded by Cesar Chavez, continues to influence labor rights and social justice movements, with ongoing campaigns for fair wages and working conditions in agriculture.
Office Hookworms: Dealing with Credit-Stealing Colleagues
Learn how to identify and manage office hookworms, colleagues who undermine others by taking credit for their work, with expert advice from speech coach Susie Ashfield.
Labour's New Youth Jobs Plan Aims to Tackle Rising Unemployment
The Labour government is rolling out an expanded youth jobs guarantee and apprenticeship reforms to address rising unemployment among young people, with new subsidies and training programs designed to create opportunities in a challenging economic climate
Aldi Hiring 240 London Staff with £69K Salaries in 2026
Supermarket chain Aldi announces 240 new jobs across Greater London, including management roles paying up to £69,000. Store assistants will see hourly wages rise to £14.88 within the M25 from April.
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£3,000 Bonus for Firms Hiring Unemployed Young People
The UK government announces a £3,000 incentive for businesses to hire young people unemployed for six months, as youth joblessness hits an 11-year high.
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