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From a 'Dad strike' over paternity leave to a new Men's Health Strategy, 2025 saw a pivotal shift in the national conversation about the challenges facing boys and men in the UK.
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The IMF warns AI will affect 40% of jobs globally, worsening inequality. We want to hear from UK workers who have changed career plans due to AI automation fears.
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Stockton's hyperlocal JobsPlus scheme connects residents with employment, offering financial aid and community support. Over 270 have found jobs since summer 2024. Will funding continue?
A South London KFC franchisee must pay £66,800 in compensation after a tribunal found an Indian worker was racially harassed and called a 'slave'. The firm must now implement anti-discrimination training.
A KFC franchisee must pay nearly £70,000 after a tribunal found a manager called an Indian employee a 'slave' and forced him to work excessive hours. Read the full ruling.
Young adults across England's coastal communities reveal why they are leaving due to a lack of jobs, affordable housing, and social opportunities. Exclusive insights from the Guardian's Against the Tide series.
A decade after its launch, shared parental leave has failed to deliver promised culture change. Experts reveal a 'lost decade' as fewer than 1 in 60 public sector workers share leave. Discover why the policy is a 'monumental dud'.
Ten years on, less than 5% of eligible parents use Shared Parental Leave. Experts call it a 'lost decade' for progress. Discover why the policy failed and what change is needed.
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TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak asks the public to spare a thought for the 1.2 million people working on 25 December. He hails the new Employment Rights Act as a vital festive gift for low-paid staff.
A UK mother explains why she gets her children to contribute to the cost of big Christmas presents. Discover her family's approach to teaching financial responsibility and the true meaning of the festive season.
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.
The State Pension age will increase from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028. Find out who is affected, the new payment rates, and what the triple lock means for you.
The chair of the Social Mobility Commission warns Keir Starmer has no coherent plan to tackle entrenched inequalities, as youth unemployment hits a three-year high. Read the exclusive report.
Metro readers share their most cringe-worthy office festive party mistakes, from punch-ups and ill-advised flirting to wardrobe malfunctions and disciplinary action.
UK trade unions warn the government against diluting health and safety regulations to boost growth, citing risks to worker safety and a potential race to the bottom. Read the full story.
As AI reshapes the workplace, human skills like critical thinking and communication are your key to career growth. Discover the three skills to master in 2026.
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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.
Two UK professionals debate forced festive shutdowns. Does mandatory leave boost productivity or infringe on personal choice? Discover the arguments for and against.
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.
Labour's flagship employment bill, hailed as a 'generational shift', becomes law after Lords battle. New rights on zero-hours contracts, sick pay, and parental leave expected from 2026.