Delayed retirement likely for millions as UK pension savings gap widens
New research shows 38% of UK adults are not on track for even a minimum retirement lifestyle, with many expecting to work longer due to inadequate pension savings.
Over a third of private markets professionals admit to last-minute regulatory planning
This is according to a global study conducted among 400 C-suite executives and senior professionals in private markets, commissioned by CSC.
Labour workers’ rights plans gain large-scale public backing in TUC poll
The TUC has published polling that reveals overwhelming support for the Labour Party's New Deal for Working People.
Employers lower salary budgets as employee base stabilises – WTW
The overall median pay rise for 2024 fell to 4.6%, compared 5.3% in 2023, as employers reported that a period of high resignation and turnover has passed.
Pay squeeze leaves UK workers just £16 better off than in 2010
A new Resolution Foundation report reveals that real average wages in the UK have increased by just £16 per week since 2010, highlighting a prolonged pay squeeze and contrasting sharply with the previous 14 years of wage growth.
Financial resilience sees steady improvement in Q1, finds LV=
The quarterly survey of 4,000 adults analysed how personal finances have been affected by the high cost of living.
London fintech vacancies surge by 61% year-on-year
London fintech vacancies surge by 61% year-on-year, driven by increased venture capital funding and growing demand for tech-savvy professionals.
Millions of workers may lack essential employment skills by 2035, report warns
Report warns up to seven million workers in England may lack essential employment skills by 2035, potentially impacting economic growth.
Levelling Up has so far failed, new NIESR research shows
New research from NIESR shows the Levelling Up initiative has failed to reduce regional disparities in the UK, with gaps in living standards and productivity widening since the last general election.
Research reveals most over-50s want to work into their 60s and beyond despite barriers
Research by SunLife reveals that most over-50s want to work into their 60s and beyond, but face significant barriers such as ageism and inflexible working conditions.
Regional demand for young workers rises outside traditional recruitment hubs
New data from ManpowerGroup UK shows a strong demand for young workers in regions outside traditional recruitment hubs like London and the South East.
New study reveals the most disproportionately popular jobs across the UK
New research by Ciphr reveals the most disproportionately common jobs across the UK, showing regional variations in employment concentrations.
