58% of employers face difficulty in hiring skilled mid-level workers – Robert Walters
Chris Eldridge said: “Our findings emphasise the risks employers face when they hastily reduce entry-level and graduate intakes."
Government approves over 50 road and rail projects, supporting more than 42,000 jobs
The announcement, published by the Department for Transport and HM Treasury, outlines a £92bn package of investment in road and rail schemes designed to improve connectivity and drive local economic growth.
Mitie secures Manchester Airport contract extension, creating new jobs
The contract extension has created 32 new jobs, joining the 350 Mitie staff already working at the airport.
National Wealth Fund backs 3,500 jobs in North West carbon capture project
Together with the Morecambe Net Zero project, the investment could support or create up to 13,000 jobs in the Midlands and North West.
Training programme launched for UK’s first fusion energy plant in Nottinghamshire
The collaboration, led by the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) and supported by the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), will focus on delivering fusion-related training programmes, including apprenticeships and vocational courses.
£11.7m fund to drive job creation and business growth in Port Talbot
The Economic Growth and Investment Fund, announced by the Tata Steel / Port Talbot Transition Board, aims to support companies that offer skilled, well-paid employment aligned with the talents of the local workforce.
Union warns 20,000 defence jobs at risk without Typhoon investment
Unite the Union has urged ministers to provide immediate clarity on the future of the country’s fighter aircraft strategy.
Government to create over 100,000 construction jobs, boosting training opportunities
The Government will contribute £100m toward the industry placements, with an additional £32m in funding from CITB.
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.
34% of managers fear job loss as worker confidence hits new low – ManpowerGroup
Research found most UK managers (86%) saw economic instability, restructuring and mass layoffs as the biggest threats to their careers.
85% of workers believe AI is replacing entry-level jobs, finds HiBob
Ronni Zehavi said: “There is no doubt AI is taking on many routine tasks typically linked to junior roles, but that doesn’t mean those roles are disappearing."
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.
