Kleek Apprenticeships opens new hair academy in Camden
Specialist hair and beauty training provider Kleek Apprenticeships has opened a new hair academy in Camden, marking its sixth location and enhancing its presence across the South-East.
Humi acquired by Employment Hero in CAD 100m deal to expand Canadian operations
Humi, Canada’s leading employment platform, has been acquired by Employment Hero in a deal exceeding CAD 100M, combining global innovation with local expertise to enhance employment solutions for Canadian SMEs.
RMT members secure improved pay deal with Ministry of Defence, ending Royal Fleet Auxiliary dispute
Royal Fleet Auxiliary workers have overwhelmingly accepted an improved pay offer from the Ministry of Defence, marking the end of a prolonged dispute and delivering significant gains in pay and conditions.
Amazon workers force U-turn on warehouse closure payments
Amazon has reversed its policy on unpaid fulfilment centre shutdowns, agreeing to provide full pay for workers during pre-planned closures, following pressure from GMB Union.
Confidence in UK retirement prospects hits record high
PensionBee’s latest Pension Confidence Index shows a surge in retirement optimism among Brits, with older savers leading the charge, though concerns persist for those under 55.
Thermostat wars and noise top list of office frustrations, survey finds
A survey by BizSpace reveals UK office workers' biggest annoyances, with thermostat disputes, noise, and messy communal areas leading the list of office tensions.
NFP acquires The HR Suite, bolstering HR services across Ireland
NFP has acquired The HR Suite, a prominent HR consultancy in Ireland, with founder Caroline Reidy set to lead NFP’s specialist HR division in the country.
Retail job losses loom as sector faces rising costs and weak growth in 2025
Despite a modest rise in retail sales during the 2024 festive period, rising costs and weak growth are expected to drive further job cuts across the sector.
UK’s distressed businesses face closures and job losses as 2025 economic woes mount
Forbes Burton’s report highlights over 200 distressed UK businesses, with an estimated 146,500 jobs lost and thousands of high-street branches closed.
UK services sector growth remains fragile as employment declines sharply
The UK services PMI edged up slightly in December, but employment continued to decline at the fastest rate since early 2021, according to S&P Global.
HR leaders prioritise AI pilots over reskilling despite workforce risks
A new survey by The Conference Board reveals that while AI adoption accelerates, only 7% of HR leaders are actively reskilling roles most impacted by AI.
LinkedIn reveals top 25 fastest-growing jobs in the UK for 2025
LinkedIn’s latest Jobs on the Rise report highlights the UK’s fastest-growing roles, including AI engineers, home health aides, and data governance managers, reflecting rapid changes in the job market.
