TUC Cymru welcomes Government’s Industrial Strategy and investment in Wales
Shavanah Taj, general secretary of TUC Cymru, said the strategy represents a shift after years of limited investment in Welsh industry.
Amazon announces £40bn UK investment to create thousands of jobs
The investment includes the construction of four new fulfilment centres, with confirmed sites in Hull, Northampton, and the East Midlands.
Government to boost jobs in Wales with new ‘Industrial Strategy’
The strategy is a 10-year plan to make it quicker, easier and cheaper to do business in the UK, aiming to create 1.1 million jobs.
Retrofitting plan could spark revival in job market and glass industry, says TUC
The TUC has called for public and private investment in existing glass production facilities to modernise operations and support job retention.
Government investment to help disadvantaged young people into aviation careers
This move was designed to strengthen the future of the country’s £20bn air transport and aerospace sector and its 240,000-strong workforce.
UK nuclear weapons hub creates 1,500 jobs as sector delivers pay boost and economic growth
Newly released Government figures showed that workers in the defence nuclear industry earn an average of £45,500 - 20% higher than the UK average.
BMA to launch indicative ballots of senior doctors in England
Following last month’s announcement of a 4% pay uplift, the BMA’s consultants committee and SAS committee both entered dispute with the Government.
Government cyber security investment to create new jobs across sector
Launched as part of the Government’s 'Plan for Change', the Cyber Growth Action Plan will chart a path for long-term expansion in the UK’s cyber industry.
Government rail contract secures thousands of British Steel jobs in Scunthorpe
Jonathan Reynolds said: “This is great news for British Steel and a vote of confidence in steelmaking, which will support thousands of skilled jobs for years to come."
Investment zones in Scotland to create 20,000 jobs – MHCLG
Glasgow City Region is expected to bring in around £300m of private investment and support up to 10,000 jobs.
Government’s £500m hydrogen investment set to create thousands of jobs
This investment is expected to generate skilled roles in regions such as Merseyside, Teesside and the Humber, as well as in the supply chain.
Government pledges £1.2bn to open up training and apprenticeships for young people
The funding aims to address skills gaps and provide opportunities for young people who have previously been turned away from oversubscribed courses.
