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Retraining demand sees sharp rise as unemployment increases – Strive Training
The UK-based provider said it is seeing a surge in adults seeking to upskill or reskill in response to changing labour market conditions.
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Echo Finance and Mortgage Train Academy partner to boost broker careers
Successful participants will be offered a remote role at Echo Finance, serving clients across the UK with centralised compliance, operational support and lead generation.
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Impostor syndrome affects 43% of employees, survey finds
The MyPerfectResume survey of more than 1,000 employed workers found 43% experience impostor feelings, while 66% said they feel pressure to appear more confident.
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A third of managers rely on applicant tracking systems to screen out applications, report finds
The Resume Genius 2026 Hiring Insights Report found that while 71% of organisations use ATS software, most resumes are still reviewed by humans.
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Greatwell Homes achieves level two Disability Confident status after inclusion drive
To achieve level two employer status, Greatwell Homes updated recruitment and workplace practices to make them inclusive and accessible for all.
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Finance hiring surges amid technical skills shortage – Robert Half
Over half of employers (58%) expected to add permanent staff by the summer, up from 50% in the second half of 2023.
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Lack of manager confidence driving escalation of workplace disputes, survey finds
Research from WorkNest indicated inconsistent approaches to managing employee relations.
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ourHRpeople appoints area director for Manchester Central and North
Read joins after 10 years as an HR partner and consultant, providing advice and guidance to business owners and senior teams.
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Rising costs cited as top business challenge for next year by HR leaders, survey finds
The survey found 45% of HR leaders identified rising expenses - including staffing and utility bills - as their primary concern, with the figure rising to 60% among micro businesses.
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Payrolled employment down 121,000 annually as unemployment rises to 5.2% – ONS
Administrative data from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) indicated payrolled employment fell by 121,000 (0.4%) between December 2024 and December 2025.
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Camden Council reaches accessible employment opportunities target in 100 days
The campaign brought together major employers in the borough to design roles for residents facing barriers to work.
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37% of employers plan to cut permanent hiring due to Employment Rights Act – CIPD
74% of employers expect the Act to increase employment costs, and 55% think workplace conflict will rise because of at least one of the key changes.