UK unemployment hits 5.1% as youth bear the brunt
Official figures show UK unemployment rose to 5.1%, its highest since early 2021. Young people aged 18-24 saw an 85,000 increase in joblessness. Read the full analysis.
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Youth unemployment highest since 2015 as UK job market slows
UK unemployment rose to 5.1% with 546,000 young people out of work, the highest since 2015. Analysis of the latest ONS data reveals a worrying trend for policymakers. Read the full story.
Amputee cricketer told to repay £36k benefits
Shaun Rigby, a one-legged father who played cricket with a runner, must repay £36,000 after the DWP ruled his 'daily needs' didn't require enhanced PIP. Discover his story and the tribunal's decision.
Winter Fuel Payment: 4 Reasons for Repayment
Millions of UK pensioners are receiving Winter Fuel Payments, but some must repay. Learn the 4 key reasons, including the £35,000 income rule. Check your eligibility now!
Youth unemployment hits 15.3% as graduates struggle
Exclusive analysis reveals UK youth unemployment at 15.3%, highest since 2015. Graduates share their demoralising job hunt experiences. Discover what's behind the crisis.
Youth Unemployment at Highest Level Since Covid Pandemic
UK youth unemployment reaches 15.3%, the highest rate in a decade. Discover the economic pressures, tax changes and AI impact creating a perfect storm for graduates.
Youth unemployment soars to 15.3% in UK crisis
UK youth unemployment hits 15.3%, with under-25s accounting for nearly half of jobs lost since Labour took power. Former minister warns of a 'lost generation' as crisis deepens.
Pensioners over £35k face Winter Fuel Payment clawback
HMRC will contact pensioners earning over £35,000 to repay Winter Fuel Payments. Repayments start April 2026. Learn about eligibility and scam warnings.
Labour ditches 35-hour job search rule for benefits
Labour faces Tory fury after ditching mandatory 35-hour weekly job searches for benefits claimants. New trial 'encourages' job seeking instead. Read the full story.
20,000 NHS doctors unemployed due to training bottleneck
Exclusive: A striking doctor reveals why 20,000 young medics can't get permanent NHS jobs despite staff shortages. Discover the crisis forcing a five-day walkout.
UK economic growth slows to 0.1% in third quarter
UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, a sharp decline from the previous quarter. The Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack and rising unemployment create a challenging backdrop for the upcoming budget.
UK Economy Grew 0.1% in Q3 Amid JLR Cyber-Attack
The UK economy expanded by just 0.1% in Q3 2024, with a crippling cyber-attack on Jaguar Land Rover dragging manufacturing output to a 73-year low in September. Discover the full impact.
Beat the AI Job Screening System in 2025
Struggling to find work? Discover why automation is blocking qualified candidates and learn 5 data-backed strategies to get hired in the UK's tough job market.
Dudley's youth jobs crisis: 1 in 5 not in work or training
Nearly 20% of Dudley school-leavers are NEET, the highest UK rate. A former teacher blames a national curriculum failing technical education. Read the full analysis.
Young Brits Expose Coastal Town Crisis
Exclusive investigation uncovers the hidden struggles facing young residents in UK coastal communities - from isolation and unemployment to crumbling infrastructure.
Mamdani Declares War on Cuomo Over NY Unemployment Crisis
Queens assemblyman Zohran Mamdani launches scathing attack against former Governor Andrew Cuomo, demanding accountability for New York's unemployment system failures during the pandemic.
Half of inactive UK youth classified as disabled
Groundbreaking research reveals nearly 50% of young Britons not in work or education are officially classified as disabled, with mental health conditions being the primary factor. Experts warn of a growing crisis affecting a generation.
Most UK jobseekers fail to get permanent work via agencies
New research reveals over half of UK jobseekers fail to secure permanent employment through private agencies, raising serious questions about the effectiveness of the government's back-to-work programmes.
Living Hell: The Truth About Britain's Most Neglected Town
Exclusive investigation reveals the grim reality of life in a forgotten UK town where residents face daily battles with crime, unemployment and crumbling infrastructure.
Britain's Youth Job Crisis: Skills Gap Leaves Generation Behind
New research reveals a deepening crisis in Britain's job market as young workers struggle with inadequate training and rising unemployment, creating a 'lost generation' in the workforce.
Centrelink payment suspensions surge in mutual obligation crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals how Centrelink's mutual obligation enforcement is leaving vulnerable Australians without essential payments, with over 85,000 suspensions in just three months.
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.
Britain's Forgotten Working-Class Men
An alarming new analysis reveals how working-class men have become the forgotten demographic in British politics, facing systemic disadvantages that demand urgent policy attention.
Pensioners Face Winter Fuel Payment Repayment Shock
Exclusive: Up to 500,000 elderly Brits who received Winter Fuel Payments may be forced to repay hundreds of pounds after being deemed ineligible. Discover if you're affected and what to do next.
Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Economic Resilience
The Federal Reserve maintains interest rates amid cooling inflation and unexpected economic strength, with new projections revealing policymakers' cautious optimism.
Britain's Worklessness Crisis: 9 Million Missing Workers
Exclusive analysis reveals how Britain's worklessness crisis has exploded to unprecedented levels, with nearly 9 million people now economically inactive. Discover the hidden drivers behind this national emergency and what it means for our economy.
GM axes 2,300 jobs in Michigan and Ohio plants
General Motors announces massive layoffs across key US manufacturing plants, citing production adjustments for slower-selling vehicles and the industry's rapid shift toward electric vehicles.
Starmer: No benefits for jobless youngsters refusing work
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces tough new welfare reforms requiring young jobseekers to accept work placements or face benefit cuts, aiming to tackle youth unemployment.
DWP Warning: Benefit Overpayments System Error
The Department for Work and Pensions alerts benefit claimants about potential overpayments due to system errors - here's what you need to know and do next.
ATO enlists debt collectors for tax recovery
The Australian Taxation Office has escalated its debt recovery efforts by hiring private debt collectors to pursue billions in outstanding taxes. Learn how this affects taxpayers and what you need to know.
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