UK economy beats expectations in January but job cuts rise sharply, S&P Global reports
S&P Global's PMI data shows unexpected growth in January, but falling sales and rising costs are driving sharp job cuts.
New colour vision testing to allow more people to work in safety-critical railway roles
RSSB research introduces a two-step colour vision test that could enable nearly half of current Ishihara test failures to qualify for safety-critical railway roles.
Princes chairman warns of job risks if Unite strike action continues
Princes chairman Angelo Mastrolia criticises Unite’s stance in a pay dispute, warning strikes could lead to job losses and production shifts abroad.
Morrisons to cut over 200 jobs in retail people team amid cost-cutting drive
Morrisons is restructuring its retail people team, placing over 200 roles at risk of redundancy as part of its cost-cutting measures.
Rolls-Royce secures £9bn Unity contract with Ministry of Defence
Rolls-Royce signs its largest-ever contract with the UK Ministry of Defence, uniting design, build, and support for Royal Navy submarine reactors.
CMA launches investigation into Apple and Google’s mobile ecosystems
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating Apple and Google’s dominance in mobile operating systems, app stores, and browsers.
Trump administration orders federal employees to report DEI initiatives or face consequences
The BBC reports that the Trump administration has instructed federal employees to report diversity initiatives within their agencies, prompting concerns among staff.
now:pensions highlights the importance of financial education on International Day of Education
now:pensions stresses the need for financial education to promote better money management and reduce the gender pensions gap.
Epassi data highlights the role of workplace benefits in encouraging women to exercise
Epassi data shows nearly half of its 2024 customers were women, demonstrating how workplace gym benefits can help address physical activity gaps.
TUC and Usdaw urge retailers to end use of “freelance” staff
The TUC and Usdaw call on major retailers to stop using self-employed “freelance” staff, citing the undermining of workers’ rights.
Energy Skills Passport launched to help workers transition across UK energy sectors
The Energy Skills Passport, a tool enabling workers to navigate careers across the UK energy mix, launches with support from OEUK, RenewableUK, and the UK and Scottish Governments.
Work and Pensions Committee launches inquiry into Jobcentre reform
A new inquiry by the Work and Pensions Committee will examine proposals for Jobcentre reform outlined in the Government's Get Britain Working white paper.
