Post-Budget Boost: UK PMI Hits 52.1 Amid New Work Spike
UK private sector activity quickened in December as firms reported a surge in new work post-Budget. Yet, job-cutting persists for a 15th month. Read the full analysis.
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Public sector pay gap closes, pensions remain superior
Official Treasury guidance reveals state workers' pay has caught up with the private sector, with far more generous pensions. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urges pay restraint. Read the full analysis.
US Layoffs Fall Sharply, But Hiring Intentions Lag
Planned US job cuts fell sharply last month, but hiring remains at its lowest since 2010. Explore the latest labour market data and the 'no fire, no hire' stagnation.
BoE to stress test private credit and equity firms
The Bank of England launches a major stress test on private credit and equity firms, aiming to assess risks to UK financial stability. Discover the implications for the £8.2tn market.
ICE hiring rush accepts agents who 'barely read or write'
A report reveals Homeland Security's push to hire 10,000 ICE agents is lowering standards, accepting recruits with poor literacy and failed tests. Read the full investigation.
Businesses to Slow Hiring After Autumn Budget
A new poll shows 56% of business leaders plan to slow hiring due to the Autumn Budget's measures, including tax threshold freezes and a higher minimum wage. Discover the impact on UK growth.
UK Job Losses Accelerate as Major Employers Cut Staff
Private sector job losses surge to 13,500 weekly as major employers including Amazon and Apple implement widespread layoffs. Federal Reserve faces policy dilemma amid rising unemployment and inflation.
Reeves' £3bn Pensions Raid in Budget Echoes Brown
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is targeting private pension schemes in a move experts warn could hammer retirement savings. Will this fund the scrapping of the two-child benefit cap? Vote now.
Reeves Plans £3bn Pension Raid on Middle-Class
Chancellor Rachel Reeves targets salary-sacrifice schemes in £3bn pension raid to fund welfare changes. Experts warn of hammer blow to private sector retirement savings.
US Jobs Data Shows Sluggish Hiring, Few Layoffs
The delayed September US jobs report reveals weak hiring but few layoffs. Discover the economic impact and what it means for Federal Reserve policy.
Section 21 Evictions Banned in England from May
No-fault evictions outlawed in England from next May, but Guardian analysis reveals two-thirds of councils failed to prosecute a single landlord in three years. Will new renters' rights be enforced?
UK holiday hiring hits lowest level since 2008 crisis
UK retailers slash seasonal hiring by 40% as Trump tariffs and automation bite. Discover why your Christmas job search just got tougher and prices are rising.
Royal Mail's Delivery Crisis: 73.4% On-Time Rate
Royal Mail's first-class delivery performance plummets to 73.4%, prompting a £21m Ofcom fine and major service reforms. Discover the plan to fix the postal service.
Childcare Expert Reveals 5 Critical Babysitter Mistakes
Professional nanny Miss Monique shares essential safety tips for parents hiring childcare. Learn how to vet babysitters properly and ensure your child's safety.
Boss's 'Upping Question' Interview Hack Exposed
A hiring manager reveals his simple 'upping question' interview technique that identifies the most passionate job candidates. Discover how to spot genuine interest beyond the CV.
UK Employers Face Hiring Crisis as Vacancies Soar
British businesses are grappling with an unprecedented employment crisis as job vacancies hit record highs while workers increasingly leave their roles, creating a perfect storm for employers across sectors.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
Labour to impose VAT on private school fees
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell confirms Labour will impose 20% VAT on private school fees, generating £1.6bn for state education while sparking fierce debate over educational choice and funding.
US Stocks Plunge Amid Widespread Layoffs and Hiring Freezes
Wall Street faces dramatic sell-off as employment data reveals widespread hiring freezes and rising layoffs across major US corporations, sparking recession fears.
London business activity hits 13-month high
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
US Private Sector Adds 150,000 Jobs in September
Fresh data reveals America's private sector employment continues to grow steadily despite economic headwinds, with services industries leading the charge in September's hiring spree.
US unemployment falls to 3.7% as economy adds 199,000 jobs
American employers added 199,000 jobs in November as the labour market shows unexpected resilience despite economic pressures, with healthcare and government leading hiring.
CDC hiring freeze threatens US pandemic preparedness
Exclusive investigation reveals how a sweeping federal hiring freeze has brought the CDC to its knees, leaving critical positions vacant and threatening America's pandemic preparedness.
Rachel Reeves accused of hypocrisy over landlord licences
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves accused of double standards after backing campaign against selective landlord licensing in her Leeds constituency while supporting similar schemes nationally.
Labour's landlord licensing plan to transform rental market
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Labour's radical plan to overhaul private rental sector with mandatory licensing and crackdown on substandard housing.
Rachel Reeves landlord licence questions over rental property
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves under scrutiny for not having mandatory landlord licence for her London rental property, raising questions about Labour's private rental sector policies.
FAA probes near-collisions involving Trump's private jet
Exclusive: Federal Aviation Administration probes two serious air incidents involving Donald Trump's private aircraft at major US airports, raising aviation safety concerns.
ASDA hires autistic man let go by Waitrose after years volunteering
In a powerful move for workplace inclusion, ASDA has hired an autistic man who was unexpectedly released by Waitrose after years of dedicated volunteering, sparking important conversations about neurodiversity in retail.
Walmart slashes H-1B visa workers amid Trump crackdown
Retail giant Walmart dramatically reduces foreign tech workers as Trump administration tightens visa regulations, sparking debate about skilled immigration and corporate hiring practices.
Woolworths slammed over 'dystopian' job application process
A young job seeker's shocking experience with Woolworths' automated hiring system has gone viral, revealing what critics call a 'dehumanising' and overly complex application process that's leaving applicants frustrated and empty-handed.
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