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North Ayrshire Council launches Future Trades Programme
The aim is to address local skills shortages in construction and boost job prospects for young people.
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HSENI launches advertising initiative to address work-related deaths in Northern Ireland
The TV and multimedia campaign is part of the ongoing workplace health campaign, which focuses on raising awareness of health risks at work and the need for controls.
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CII and PFS open entries for 2026 Apprenticeship Awards
Callum Beaton, president of the CII, said: “We look forward to celebrating the continued positive impact of apprentices and employers.”
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Red tape discourages 43% of SMEs from hiring apprentices, research finds
73% of SME leaders were ready to use new support from Government apprenticeship schemes announced in last year’s Autumn Budget.
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Logistics UK warns EV skills shortage threatens operator confidence
With only one in four technicians qualified to work on electric vehicles, Logistics UK says doubts over maintenance capability could delay fleet investment decisions.
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Bentley opens applications for 2026 Apprenticeship Programme
25 apprenticeships will be offered across finance, manufacturing, R&D, sales and marketing, quality, Mulliner, strategy and product.
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London’s Build Academy welcomes Minister for Industry to address construction skills shortage
The scheme – set up by the CITB, FMB, and Shooters Hill Sixth Form College – aims to tackle skills shortages in RMI, including green skills and retrofit.
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Benifex partners with Carrot to expand fertility and hormonal health benefits
The partnership adds Carrot to its Marketplace, expanding options for employers wanting to support family-building and hormonal health.
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Pineapple Recruitment appoints new consultant to HR and finance division
Lauren McGorrigan brings over 10 years’ experience to the team and will work closely with divisional lead Joanna Pennell to grow the division across the UK.
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Royal Borough of Greenwich accredited as Carer-Inclusive Workplace
The accreditation came from Greenwich Carers Centre in recognition of the council’s new carers’ leave guidance.
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Canopius Group appoints chief people officer
Adrian Phipps will lead the business’ people strategy, focusing on talent development, culture, and supporting growth.
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19% of adults consider delaying retirement due to financial uncertainty – Standard Life
Among those aged 55-65, 11% said they were more likely to take money out of their pension.