Navantia acquires Harland and Wolff, protects more than 1,000 jobs
Navantia UK today announced the completion of its acquisition of Harland & Wolff’s facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil and Arnish.
HMRC to recruit 5,000 tax inspectors in £6.5bn compliance push
HMRC is set to recruit 5,000 additional tax inspectors as part of a compliance drive aimed at narrowing the tax gap.
Two in five businesses to hire more contractors following Budget, BDO warns of tax risks
BDO warned that unless they qualify as a ‘small business’ under the Companies Act, they will be subject to the tax rules for off-payroll labour.
80% to 76% decline in skills, survey suggests UK’s skills gap may have passed its peak
ManpowerGroup’s Talent Shortage Survey was published today and showed a decline in the volume of organisations reporting skills shortages.
Two-thirds of brokers face challenges in attracting younger talent
New research shows 64% of brokers struggle to recruit younger talent, with half citing a lack of applications as a key issue.
Liverpool unveils five-year plan to become the UK’s top destination for work and play
Liverpool City Region's £6.25bn tourism sector aims for growth with a new strategy to attract more visitors, create jobs, and enhance its global appeal.
Third of Gen Z admit to ‘career catfishing’ in new survey
Gen Z respondents admit to 'career catfishing', where individuals accept a job offer but fail to show up on their first day.
UK must bolster economic transformation to sustain global leadership in future skills
The QS World Future Skills Index places the UK as a global leader in workforce readiness, excelling in skills fit and academic readiness, but highlights economic stagnation and the need for sustained investment in innovation as significant challenges.
£4bn Malaysian investment to create 30,000 UK jobs
Malaysian-owned YTL has announced a £4bn investment in the UK over the next five years, focusing on transforming the greater Bristol area with 6,500 homes, schools, and a 19,500-capacity arena, creating over 30,000 jobs nationwide.
Aon names Matt Duffy as chief commercial officer for global benefits
Matt Duffy returns to Aon from Mercer Marsh Benefits and will lead the development and execution of the Global Benefits commercial strategy.
35% of UK financial firms do not have an apprenticeship scheme – Davies
85% of respondents believed apprenticeship schemes helped build loyalty between participants and their organisation.
Asda strengthens leadership team
Asda has today announced a strengthened leadership team as it re-focusses on its mission to satisfy the daily and weekly shopping needs.
