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Six-Figure Blue-Collar Jobs Crisis in US

Ford CEO warns of a severe skilled trades shortage, with 5,000 mechanic roles paying up to $120k unfilled. Discover why the workforce can't meet demand.

China Factory Activity Expands for First Time in 8 Months

China's manufacturing sector returned to growth in December 2025, with the PMI reaching 50.1. The rebound is driven by holiday orders and a trade truce, but economists warn of persistent headwinds. Read the full analysis.

UK Becomes Europe's Hybrid Work Capital

Britain leads Europe in hybrid work roles, with 42% of job ads offering home-working. Discover how this trend is reshaping the UK's employment landscape and the battle for talent.

UK Q3 growth confirmed at 0.1% as economy slows

Official figures confirm UK economic growth slowed to 0.1% in Q3 2025, with a cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover impacting manufacturing. Get the full analysis of the ONS data.

UK Steel hit by EU green tax paperwork burden

UK manufacturers face a mountain of Brexit-style paperwork on £7bn of EU exports after the government failed to secure a vital carbon tax exemption. Industry warns of a 'significant negative impact'.

Nissan Sunderland launches new Leaf amid EV slowdown

Nissan has launched production of the third-generation Leaf at its Sunderland plant following a £450m upgrade. The move comes as the global EV transition slows, with Nissan scaling back its own European electrification targets.

UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll

From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.

Nissan's new LEAF safeguards 40,000 UK jobs

The third-generation Nissan LEAF rolls off the Sunderland line, securing almost 40,000 jobs with a £450m investment. Discover how this EV icon is powering the UK's automotive future.

ExxonMobil closes Fife plant, 429 jobs at risk

ExxonMobil announces closure of its Fife Ethylene Plant in February 2026, putting 429 jobs at risk. The move deals a major blow to Scotland's manufacturing sector and sparks political fallout.

ExxonMobil to close Fife plant, risking 200 jobs

ExxonMobil announces the closure of its Fife Ethylene Plant in February 2026, putting 200 direct jobs and over 250 contractor roles at risk. Discover the economic impact and government response.

PepsiCo closes Florida plant, cuts 468 jobs

PepsiCo shuts a Frito-Lay plant in Florida, laying off 422 workers with 46 more to go. This is part of a wider trend of US job cuts driven by falling sales and automation. Read the full report.

Ford's $120K Mechanic Jobs Remain Unfilled

Ford CEO reveals a severe skilled trades shortage, with 5,000 mechanic roles offering $120,000 salaries going unfilled due to a lack of trained workers in the US. Discover the wider crisis.

350 jobs at risk as NSK plans factory closures

Japanese car parts maker NSK plans to close two County Durham factories, putting 350 jobs at risk. The union Unite calls it a 'betrayal' of workers. Read the full story.

BAE Systems Faces High Court Over Factory Closure

Defence giant BAE Systems confronts legal action as union leaders challenge the planned closure of a historic Lancashire factory, threatening over 100 skilled jobs in the UK manufacturing sector.

Labour's Aberdeen jobs pledge in U-turn controversy

Labour faces mounting criticism after appearing to backtrack on their flagship promise to create 1,000 green energy jobs in Aberdeen, with opponents accusing the party of attempting to erase their previous commitments from public memory.

Gen Z Rejects 'Office Frog' Workplace Culture

New research reveals Generation Z workers are dramatically reshaping workplace expectations, rejecting traditional office politics and demanding authentic self-expression in their careers.

Zoopla Reveals UK's Most In-Demand Jobs

New research from Zoopla and Opinium uncovers Britain's fastest-growing career sectors, with tech roles dominating while traditional positions face decline.

JLR Fuels UK Manufacturing Boom - PMI Hits 18-Month High

Britain's automotive sector shows strongest growth since May 2024 as Jaguar Land Rover expansion and improved supply chains drive manufacturing revival. Exclusive analysis of the latest PMI data reveals surprising economic resilience.

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