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Jaguar Land Rover to cut 4,000 jobs
The cuts come as the carmaker struggles with Chinese competition, US tariffs, and the transition to electric vehicles.
- 9/7/2026
The £70 refund letter that isn't a scam
About one million people - mostly women - are owed pension tax relief and will be contacted by HMRC.
- 9/7/2026
Five dead after Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport
Five people are dead and five seriously injured after a Boeing 767-300 cargo plane "overran" the runway and caught fire, officials say.
- 9/7/2026
China to pump $54bn into state banks and insurers to boost economy
It comes as Beijing is aiming to reshape its economy in the face of a number of challenges.
- 9/7/2026
Chancellor to say UK economy 'turning a corner' despite debt concerns
John Healey will detail plans to spread growth more widely across the UK, ahead of his first Budget.
- 9/7/2026
Why are European countries moving their gold out of North America?
The Netherlands has relocated 86 tonnes of the shiny stuff - what's going on?
- 9/5/2026
Flight price rises due to 'foolish leaders' starting wars, Virgin's Branson says
Middle East tensions have choked the production and transportation of oil, causing a surge in the price of car and jet fuels.
- 9/5/2026
More funding needed to boost construction jobs for young people, housing boss says
Recent analysis showed the construction sector needs an extra 2,200 workers a year to meet demand.
- 9/7/2026
Australians will be able to switch off social media algorithms under planned legislation
Firms like Meta, Google and TikTok should face "substantial" penalties if they don't give the option, minister says.
- 9/7/2026
Stock up on food to prepare for extreme weather, minister says
Dame Angela Eagle warns the weather event could lead to extreme storms this winter.
- 9/4/2026
Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies – and passengers might have to accept more disruption
Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?
- 9/5/2026
Trump calls for interest rate cut after jobs figures raise hike bets
The president's remarks came as stronger-than-expected jobs figures added to growing expectations that rates could be increased.
- 9/4/2026
Controversial Jackdaw gas field set to be approved in weeks, sources say
The government is set to give the go-ahead for the gas field off the coast of Aberdeen, the BBC understands.
- 9/4/2026
UK petrol prices hit highest level since Iran war began
The price of unleaded hits 163p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.
- 9/4/2026
Jaguar Land Rover confirms planned job cuts
The firm says it needs to save about £1.7bn over the next two years.
- 9/5/2026
Volkswagen board approves plan to cut another 50,000 jobs
The group - which includes Audi, Porsche, Skoda as well as the VW brand - plans to cut a total of 100,000 posts by 2030.
- 9/4/2026
Xbox caps cloud gaming at 15 hours a month for Game Pass subscribers
Xbox said the limits were due to the rising cost of cloud gaming, and would allow it to invest more in its performance
- 9/4/2026
'I lost my savings after a job interview scam'
Jobseekers, especially Gen Z, are being targeted with fake, booby-trapped recruitment apps.
- 9/3/2026
US diesel prices hit an all-time-high
Fuel prices have soared since the Iran conflict began at the end of February, mirroring the surge in wholesale oil prices.
- 9/4/2026
Argentine leader threatens to sanction oil firms and reiterates Falklands claim
Javier Milei reiterates his country's claim on the British overseas territory, saying the "winds of change" favour it.
- 9/4/2026
Is India's internet boom running into an undersea problem?
At least 13 of India's 18 intercontinental cables come ashore within six kilometres of Mumbai's Versova beach.
- 9/3/2026
Nvidia strikes $12.9bn deal to buy AI platform Hugging Face
The deal gives Nvidia control of a leading open-source AI platform and developer community.
- 9/3/2026
Households warned gas price spike could pile fresh pressure on energy bills
Experts warn low storage levels could push up gas prices further, leaving households with higher bills.
- 9/3/2026
B&Q and Five Guys among firms that paid staff below minimum wage
More than 600 companies underpaid staff, with £4m returned to workers, according to the government.
- 9/3/2026
From 'dog fruit' to darling: India's avocado boom
Demand for avocados is booming in India and local growers hope to grab more of the market.
- 9/4/2026
Prosecco, cakes and beauty products - how to get birthday freebies and why there's a catch
Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday.
- 9/4/2026
Why wait? Business grads buying firms to install themselves as CEO
Impatient to be the boss of an established company they are borrowing money to fund their purchases.
- 9/2/2026
'My parents won't lend me £10k but helped my brother': When families play financial favourites
So-called financial favouritism can cause jealousy and resentment long into adulthood. Here is how experts say you can avoid it
- 8/30/2026
Overcooked? Why robotic pizza makers are failing
A string of failures has sapped confidence that robots will take over production at pizza restaurants.
- 8/27/2026
How Dolly Parton's business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts
While country music and films brought her fame, her entrepreneurial zeal brought her fortune.
- 8/26/2026
Firms scramble for battery power in Spain and Portugal
After last year's massive power failure Spanish and Portuguese firms are buying battery back ups.
- 8/25/2026
'What you see is what you pay' - why some US restaurants are banning tips
Tips are central to US dining culture but some eateries think that they are unfair.
- 8/24/2026
Drought leaves 'barely any apples' to make cider
Some orchards are harvesting just a 10th of their usual crop, and facing an uncertain future.
- 8/25/2026
How landscape gardening is being electrified
The switch to quieter electric equipment is not going as fast as some would like.
- 8/20/2026
Pre-loved uniforms save families £69, says charity
Clothing Coventry has helped provide thousands of children with second-hand school uniform.
- 9/7/2026
The £70 refund letter that isn't a scam
About one million people - mostly women - are owed pension tax relief and will be contacted by HMRC.
- 9/7/2026
Cost of living on many minds ahead of Manx election
Residents, businesses and charities are focused on the economy ahead of the general election.
- 9/7/2026
How long could you manage on £3 of food a day?
It wants people to experience what it is like for people facing food insecurity.
- 9/7/2026
Fuel duty proposal withdrawn after discussions
Deputy Lucy Stephenson had wanted to cut the tax by 10p a litre for three months.
- 9/6/2026
Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies – and passengers might have to accept more disruption
Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?
- 9/5/2026
Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters
Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?
- 7/22/2026
Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
- 6/30/2026
The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
- 6/10/2026
How the High Street became a window on our political instability
High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
- 6/7/2026
Why a famous Montreal sandwich shop has been forced to swap its soda
Schwartz’s, one of Montreal’s most famous delis, has changed suppliers for its black cherry soda.
- 9/6/2026
How much can Canada fight back in its trade war with the US?
The US may be the bigger trading partner, but Canada shouldn't be counted out quite yet in the escalating trade fight.
- 9/5/2026
1986: Manchester's second-hand fashion mecca
Designer Jeff Banks visited Affleck’s Palace, an indoor emporium selling vintage clothing.
- 9/4/2026
Would you lie to get a birthday freebie?
We ask people in London if they would fib about their birthday to get a free treat from a shop or restaurant.
- 9/4/2026
.Gov Careers
When Does Outsourcing HR Make Sense for a Growing SME?
The increase in scale opens up new opportunities for SMEs but also brings people-management tasks that soon become more complicated. Where a business used to employ just a few individuals, it may now have to manage teams, managers, various work arrangements and employment-related concerns. Recruiting becomes more frequent. Absences require more attention. There is a […]
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- 8/28/2026
Making Your Mark as a Successful Teaching Assistant
It takes a massive team effort to keep a school environment focused, supportive, and productive, and right at the heart of that team are the teaching assistants. Support staff help hold schools together, bridging the gap between a busy teacher’s lesson plan and a pupil who just needs that extra bit of reassurance or guidance. […]
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- 8/24/2026
Are Virtual Internships Worth It? 5 Things That Surprised Recent Graduates
The landscape of early-career work has experienced a massive shift. Not too long ago, securing a meaningful internship meant wearing uncomfortable corporate clothes, enduring a crowded morning train ride, and spending your day in a physical office cubicle. For generations, this face-to-face routine was considered the only valid way to build a professional network and […]
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- 8/21/2026
How to Answer “What Are Your Salary Expectations?” Without Underselling Yourself
Candidates prepare for everything else. The competency examples get rehearsed until they’re smooth, somebody has read the last annual report. Then a recruiter asks what salary they’re after and out comes whatever number surfaces first, which is nearly always their current salary with a bit added on. That number describes your employment history. It says […]
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- 8/17/2026
What to Do When Your Mind Goes Blank in a Virtual Interview
You have prepared your examples, researched the company and rehearsed the questions you expect to hear. Then the interview starts, you are asked something you did not anticipate, and suddenly your mind goes completely blank. It happens to good candidates more often than you might think. The problem is not always a lack of preparation. […]
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- 8/10/2026
How to Navigate the Admissions Landscape for Specialized Postgraduate Sports Degrees
Specialized postgraduate programs in sports management and football business are not closing the door on passionate fans, nor are they looking for analysts who would lose to a Magic 8-Ball in fantasy football. They’re looking for future leaders, and the admissions process reflects that. And potential applicants who meet with the sort of panel we […]
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- 8/3/2026
From Coursework to Cover Letter: Turning Academic Writing Skills Into Interview Wins
Students often see their academic work and their job hunt as two entirely separate worlds. Essays and exams belong to university; CVs, cover letters, and interviews belong to the career that comes after. But this is a missed opportunity. The writing skills you develop through coursework are precisely the skills that win job applications and […]
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- 7/29/2026
5 Best Drug Testing Kits UK Businesses Rely On for Workplace Compliance in 2026
Workplace drug testing has moved past simple compliance checkbox thinking. UK employers face genuine legal risk if an impaired staff member causes injury or damage, and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 demands clear duty of care across every organisation. The right kit doesn’t just return a number; it builds a defensible paper […]
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- 7/20/2026
Is Hot Desk Coworking Space UK a Better Choice Than a Dedicated Desk?
Choosing between a hot desk and a dedicated desk is one of those decisions that seems minor until it isn’t. Get it wrong and you’re either paying for space you don’t use or scrambling each morning to find a seat that lets you get on with your work. The real question, “is hot desk coworking […]
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- 7/17/2026
How to Prepare a Strong UK Global Talent Visa Application
The United Kingdom has become one of the leading destinations for professionals who want to develop their careers in technology, science, research, engineering, and the creative industries. For individuals with exceptional skills or significant potential, the global talent visa offers one of the most flexible immigration routes available. Unlike employer-sponsored visas, this route allows talented […]
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- 6/30/2026
UK Recruiter Feed
Right to Work on 1 October: What 57 Agencies Told Us, and What to do With the Weeks Left
Jack Roberts surveyed 57 UK recruitment and compliance leaders in August. The gap he found runs along firm size, and the firms that closed it did so years ago for reasons that had nothing to do with the Home Office. On 1 October the right to work regime changes shape. Until now the duty to […]
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- 9/7/2026
The Recruitment Rule I’d Break: Stop Rewarding Call Volume
This post by Farid El Machaoud at Wiggli is part of our blog series, “The Recruitment Rule I’d Break”. If there is one rule I would break, it is measuring a recruiter’s value by how many calls they make. Every desk I have run tracked it. Dials logged. Sendouts counted. A leaderboard rewarding whoever dialled […]
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- 9/4/2026
Recruitment Smarts #1239
From the Editor September is shaping up to be awards month for the recruitment industry, with four major events taking place in just three weeks. The Global Recruiter UK Industry Awards take place on 9 September, followed by the Onrec Awards on 16 September, the Recruiter Awards on 22 September and The Contracting Awards on […]
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- 9/2/2026
The Recruitment Rule I’d Break: Speed to Submit as the Be-All-End-All Metric
This post by Tracker is part of our blog series, “The Recruitment Rule I’d Break”. Every agency I’ve ever worked with tracks it. Time to first submittal. Fastest fingers win the req. It’s treated as the ultimate scoreboard: the recruiter who gets a CV in front of the client first is doing their job right. I’ve […]
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- 9/1/2026
Recruitment Smarts #1238
From the Editor Recruitment is full of long‑standing rules, from always requesting a CV to prioritising speed, guarding salary details and measuring success by time‑to‑hire. Many of these practices once made sense, but the world of work, candidate expectations and recruiter technology have changed. It’s time the rules changed too. Throughout September, our new blog […]
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- 8/26/2026
The Recruitment Rule I’d Break: It’s Time to Challenge Recruitment’s Received Wisdom
Recruitment has no shortage of rules – written into processes and policies and many are simply accepted as “the way things are done”: always ask for a CV, never disclose the salary too soon, prioritise speed, measure success by time-to-hire, insist on a certain number of interviews – the list goes on. Many of these […]
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- 8/25/2026
Building a Contract Recruitment Business for Long-Term Success
Launching and growing a successful contract recruitment business can be one of the most rewarding opportunities in our sector. Recurring revenues, stronger client relationships and increased business value make contract recruitment an attractive proposition for both start-up agencies and established recruiters looking to diversify. But while many recruitment business owners focus on winning clients and […]
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- 8/25/2026
Switching from a Limited Company to an Umbrella: What Recruiters Need to Know
For contractors, moving from a limited company to an umbrella can look like a fairly straightforward change. The contractor stops running their own payroll, the umbrella employs them and the agency handles the rest. For recruiters, however, there is more to it than simply sending a contractor an umbrella registration link. The rules around umbrella […]
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- 8/20/2026
Recruitment Smarts #1237
From the Editor The Prompt Power Code has published a free workflow-level checklist based on the current GOV.UK Responsible AI in Recruitment guide and the ICO’s Recruitment Rewired work. It covers the AI-assist boundary, accountable human decision, evidence packet, stop metrics, and rollback before an agency automates a recruitment workflow. It is an implementation checklist, […]
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- 8/19/2026
The Rise of Candidate Identity Fraud: What Every Recruiter Needs to Know
You already know something has shifted in remote hiring. The candidate on the video call answers a little too smoothly. The camera stays off “for bandwidth reasons.” The person who shows up on day one doesn’t quite match the person who interviewed three weeks earlier. For years those were odd exceptions, the kind of thing […]
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- 8/10/2026