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Victoria Plans 10% Public Service Staff Cost Cuts
The Victorian government announces a plan to cut public service staff costs by 10% to save A$1.6 billion. Learn the details and potential impacts of this major austerity measure.
Leon Restaurant Chain Faces Closures and Job Cuts
Fast-food chain Leon, with over 70 UK outlets, warns of potential closures and redundancies as it struggles post-pandemic. Sales fell to £62.5m in 2024. Read the full story.
Yankee Candle to close stores and cut 900 jobs
Newell Brands, owner of Yankee Candle and Sharpie, announces a global productivity plan involving store closures and significant job cuts to strengthen competitiveness. Read the full details.
Black Friday abuse crisis hits UK retail workers
As Black Friday begins, the Retail Trust reveals 77% of shop staff face intimidation. The charity urges shoppers to show respect with simple smiles and thank yous during the festive rush.
WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce by 2026
Massive WHO staff cuts of nearly 25% will severely impact global health security and disease outbreak response, experts warn. The world faces increased health risks.
CSIRO cuts 350 jobs in major blow to Australian science
Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts, described as 'worst cuts ever seen' and a 'sad day for publicly funded science'.
Bunnings Faces Pressure to Ban Dogs From Stores
The beloved DIY chain Bunnings finds itself at the centre of a heated national debate as calls intensify to prohibit pets in stores following a series of concerning incidents. As opinions clash between animal lovers and safety advocates, we examine whethe
Asda cuts prices on 500+ essentials permanently
Asda announces major price cuts on hundreds of household essentials as part of their new 'Fair For All' pricing strategy, helping millions of customers combat rising living costs.
Tesco cuts prices on 700 products in £120m initiative
Tesco announces major price cuts across 700 everyday products as part of £120 million investment to help UK shoppers combat rising living costs during inflation crisis.
Supermarket cuts prices on 200+ essentials in cost battle
A leading UK supermarket has launched dramatic price cuts on over 200 everyday items, bringing relief to shoppers struggling with rising food costs. The strategic move targets staples including bread, milk, and fresh produce.
Primark sales jump 7% amid retail expansion push
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
Canada's recession budget imposes austerity measures
The Canadian government has unveiled a stark austerity budget featuring sweeping spending cuts and tax increases as the nation confronts its first recession in over a decade. Key public services face significant reductions while households brace for finan
M&S shares suffer worst day since pandemic
Marks & Spencer shares experienced their sharpest decline since March 2020 after the retail bellwether warned of weaker profits, sending shockwaves through the UK retail sector.
M&S launches major expansion with 20 new stores
Marks & Spencer announces ambitious expansion plan with 20 new stores across the UK, creating over 3,400 jobs and bringing back beloved fashion brands.
Puma Slashes Hundreds of Jobs Amid Economic Pressures
Sportswear giant Puma announces significant workforce reduction of hundreds of positions globally as company faces challenging market conditions and potential EU tariffs on Chinese imports.
Amazon, UPS, Target slash thousands of jobs
Wave of layoffs hits corporate America as retail and logistics giants announce significant workforce reductions amid economic uncertainty.
Amazon, UPS and Target Slash Thousands of Jobs
In a dramatic start to 2024, retail and logistics giants including Amazon, UPS and Target announce significant workforce reductions, signalling ongoing economic turbulence.
Amazon to cut 14,000 UK jobs in massive layoffs
Retail giant Amazon is preparing to slash up to 14,000 positions across its UK operations in one of the largest corporate layoffs in recent British history, targeting roles from warehouses to corporate offices.
Amazon axes hundreds more UK jobs in new cuts
Amazon continues its global workforce reduction with significant cuts to its UK operations, affecting hundreds of employees across multiple divisions including its streaming and Alexa teams.
Amazon to cut 30,000 UK jobs in major shake-up
Retail giant Amazon is preparing to slash up to 30,000 positions across its UK operations in what could become one of the largest corporate redundancy programmes in recent British business history.
Carter's shuts 150 stores, cuts jobs after 80% profit drop
Fashion retailer Carter's announces devastating restructuring plan after profits plummet by 80%, with 150 store closures and hundreds of positions cut across the UK.
Carter's announces UK store closures and layoffs
Popular homeware retailer Carter's confirms sweeping store closures and layoffs across Britain, citing inflation, supply chain issues, and changing consumer habits as key factors.
Amazon plans 30,000 UK job cuts in major restructuring
Amazon announces sweeping workforce reductions affecting up to 30,000 positions across its UK operations, marking one of the largest corporate downsizing efforts in recent British business history.
Seasalt to open 30 new UK stores in major expansion
Popular Cornish fashion brand Seasalt is embarking on its biggest retail expansion yet, planning to open 30 new stores across the UK and create 350 jobs as demand for their colourful designs continues to grow.
Co-op cuts prices on 50 essential grocery items
The Co-op has launched dramatic price cuts on 50 everyday essentials including bread, milk and fresh produce to help struggling families during the cost of living crisis.
Boots cuts prices on 70+ essential products
High street pharmacy giant Boots has launched a dramatic price cut campaign, reducing costs on over 70 everyday essentials including baby products, healthcare items and toiletries to help struggling families.
Target CEO warns of organised retail crime surge
Target's chief executive Brian Cornell reveals escalating organised retail crime is putting staff safety at risk and costing retailers billions annually.
Target Plans Thousands of Job Cuts Amid Stagnant Sales
American retail colossus Target reveals plans to cut thousands of corporate positions in strategic cost-cutting move following disappointing sales performance and changing consumer habits.
Target slashes 1,800 jobs in shock Wall Street move
American retail giant Target abruptly eliminates 1,800 positions in latest corporate restructuring, sending shockwaves through financial markets and raising concerns about UK retail sector stability.
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