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Universities in the UK and US are now offering degrees in content creation, costing around £30,000 for a three-year course, sparking debate over their value in a rapidly evolving industry.
Chancellor John Healey announced an expansion of the Local Apprenticeships Service, aiming to provide jobs and training for young people instead of relying on benefits, funded by savings from welfare fraud crackdowns.
Former Brewdog staff and numerous creditors are not expected to receive any payouts from the administration process due to insufficient funds following the company's £33m rescue deal by US firm Tilray.
Barclays staff, represented by the Unite union, are protesting a new mandate requiring them to return to the office more frequently. Thousands have signed an open letter demanding compensation for travel costs and exemptions for those living far away.
Four recent job starters and an expert share practical advice on how to successfully navigate the initial days and weeks in a new role, emphasizing communication, proactive learning, and relationship building.
The UK state pension is set to rise by 3.9% next year under the triple-lock system, potentially reaching £13,000, benefiting pensioners amidst broader economic concerns.
A delegation from the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry attended the 52nd Arab Labour Conference in Egypt, focusing on strengthening regional cooperation and improving the labor and economic development environment.
This article highlights the crucial, often unseen, roles of workers like airfield operations officers and network traffic controllers who ensure England's transport systems run smoothly.
A new report reveals that 95% of women in the UK arts sector believe gender inequality persists, with 75% experiencing unconscious bias or sexism, particularly as they age.
UK graduate job vacancies have hit a 10-year low, with just 8,383 roles advertised in July, a 45% drop from last year. This comes as a record number of students prepare for university.
The portion of women in Afghanistan's workforce has fallen to just 5% since the Taliban takeover five years ago, according to the International Labour Organization. The report attributed the decline to Taliban restrictions curtailing women's education and employment.
Scotland's state-owned Ferguson Marine shipyard plans to cut nearly a quarter of its 247 core staff through voluntary redundancies, citing an inevitable gap in workload as it awaits confirmation of new government orders.
Job vacancies in the UK have fallen to their lowest level in over five years, reaching 707,000, primarily due to smaller businesses cutting back on hiring amidst rising labour and operating costs.
A new assessment suggests UK productivity has seen a "meaningful pickup" since mid-2024, challenging previous gloomy official figures and raising questions about data reliability.
Japanese companies are significantly lagging in AI adoption compared to Western nations, despite facing acute labor shortages and productivity issues. This slow uptake is attributed to a conservative, risk-averse business culture and a lack of digital literacy among workers.
The company owning Raleigh, a historic Nottingham bicycle manufacturer, has begun insolvency proceedings, potentially marking the end of a brand that once employed 8,000 people.
MPs in Parliament debated retrenchment, skills training, and helping young workers gain a foothold in an increasingly uncertain labour market. They called for stronger support for young workers, including more apprenticeships and expanded language and overseas work opport…
South Korean graduates are increasingly looking to Japan for job opportunities due to a chronic shortage of desirable entry-level jobs at home. Japanese companies are struggling to fill positions in large graduate schemes, making it an attractive destination for South Kor…
Research suggests that a candidate's appearance significantly influences hiring decisions, with many employers admitting to rejecting applicants based on how they looked. Job seekers are increasingly focusing on strategic presentation to stand out in a competitive market.
UK job vacancies fell to 712,000 in the three months to May, nearly half the 2022 level, while unemployment held steady at 4.9%, highlighting a fragile economic outlook.
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces significant economic challenges, including weak growth, regional divisions, and a cost of living crisis, as he pledges to deliver "good growth in every postcode" through reindustrialisation and devolution.
Chinese youth are embracing AI as a tool for building the future, while American graduates are booing it due to fears of job displacement and a lack of agency in its development.
Pakistan targets 400,000 jobs for FIFA World Cup 2034
Pakistan plans to train and deploy 300,000 to 400,000 workers for FIFA World Cup 2034 projects. The initiative aims to expand overseas employment and strengthen Pakistan's position in international labor markets.
The number of people starting new jobs in the UK has fallen to its lowest level in five years, accompanied by a continued drop in job vacancies, signaling a weakening labor market.
Readers share practical advice for young people facing a tough job market, from networking hard to protecting their wellbeing.
Major UK retailers are urging Keir Starmer to tackle youth unemployment, warning the “ladder of opportunity” is wobbling.
A tribunal win for one care worker exposed how overseas staff can be trapped by bad recruitment, weak safeguards and little redress.
An MPs’ inquiry opens as new polling finds 34% now question whether university is worth the cost, up sharply since 2005.
Ex-M&S chief to help government tackle youth unemployment
Marc Bolland will help the UK government expand job and training chances for young people after a review warned of a possible "lost generation".
UK charities say youth joblessness and housing shortages are pushing more young people into homelessness, with Neet numbers forecast to keep rising.