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.
Bet365 boss takes 43% pay cut as employee numbers swell
The firm grew from 7,177 employees to 8,673 in the 53 weeks to 30th March 2024.
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.
NEU teachers strike in continued sixth form pay row
Sixth form colleges that have become academies were given funding for a 5.5% teacher pay rise through the post-16 schools budget grant.
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.
Yorkshire Building Society appoints director of people and culture
Kirsty Webb brings 25 years’ experience in people and HR leadership roles.
Employers urged to adopt proactive approach to promoting health and wellbeing benefits
Research from Towergate Employee Benefits shows over half of employers take a passive approach to health and wellbeing support, risking underutilisation of valuable resources.
McDonald’s faces renewed scrutiny as workers claim harassment persists despite reforms
BBC reports that McDonald’s workers continue to experience sexual abuse and harassment, a year after the company promised to improve workplace conditions.
60% of employers plan to offer pre-retirement support, research finds
The Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association estimated that a single retiree needs £14,400 annually for a minimum standard of living.
Gen Z less likely to quit if employer supports charity, research finds
The majority (75%) of businesses were found not to give anything to charity.
