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.
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State Library of Victoria faces backlash over job cuts plan
The State Library of Victoria, one of the world's busiest, plans to cut 40 jobs and halve its reference librarians. Critics call it a 'crude self-lobotomy' that betrays the institution's core mission. Read more on this cultural crisis.
HP to Cut 6,000 Jobs in AI Restructuring Plan
HP announces up to 6,000 job cuts worldwide as it embraces AI to accelerate innovation. The move comes alongside a lower profit outlook and aims to save $1bn annually.
Australia's Public Sector Faces 5% Budget Cuts
Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms department heads must identify savings from lower-priority spending, denying major job cuts while redirecting funds to Medicare and tax relief.
UK Job Losses Accelerate as Major Employers Cut Staff
Private sector job losses surge to 13,500 weekly as major employers including Amazon and Apple implement widespread layoffs. Federal Reserve faces policy dilemma amid rising unemployment and inflation.
Law Firm Cuts 10% of London Jobs Due to AI Impact
Leading law firm Clifford Chance reduces London business roles by 10% as AI adoption accelerates. PwC also signals hiring changes amid tech transformation. Discover how artificial intelligence is reshaping white-collar employment.
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'.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
US Companies Break Holiday Layoff Taboo Amid AI Push
The long-standing corporate taboo of holiday season layoffs is being shattered as US firms embrace cost-cutting and AI-driven workforce reductions, creating a chilling new trend in employment practices.
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
Labour faces public sector productivity crisis in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts Britain's public service productivity puzzle as she prepares her debut Budget, with Treasury analysis revealing stagnant output despite soaring employment costs.
Britain's Youth Job Crisis: Skills Gap Leaves Generation Behind
New research reveals a deepening crisis in Britain's job market as young workers struggle with inadequate training and rising unemployment, creating a 'lost generation' in the workforce.
AGL Energy axes hundreds of jobs in major restructure
Australian energy giant AGL announces sweeping job cuts affecting hundreds of positions as part of dramatic cost-cutting measures and strategic overhaul.
India rescues thousands from Thailand job scam
Indian authorities mount major international operation to save IT professionals trapped in cyber slavery rings after being lured by fake job offers in Southeast Asia.
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.
Barclays, Tesco Bank and Lloyds Cut Hundreds of Jobs
Major UK banks including Barclays, Tesco Bank and Lloyds Banking Group announce significant job cuts and branch closures as digital transformation accelerates across the banking sector.
Woolworths slammed over 'dystopian' job application process
A young job seeker's shocking experience with Woolworths' automated hiring system has gone viral, revealing what critics call a 'dehumanising' and overly complex application process that's leaving applicants frustrated and empty-handed.
Pizza Hut UK Closes Multiple Restaurants - Full List
Dozens of Pizza Hut restaurants across Britain face permanent closure as the chain undergoes significant restructuring, putting hundreds of hospitality jobs at risk nationwide.
Pizza Hut Closes Dozens of UK Restaurants
Dozens of Pizza Hut restaurants across Britain are set to close permanently, affecting hundreds of jobs as the chain undergoes significant restructuring amid challenging market conditions.
Charities warn Reeves: Don't cut public services
More than 120 charities and community organisations plead with Chancellor Rachel Reeves to protect essential services from spending cuts in upcoming budget decisions.
Jobseeker baffled by complex maths equation in interview
A UK job applicant was left stunned after being presented with a complicated mathematical equation during what was supposed to be a straightforward interview for a basic position.
CDC reverses course, saves hundreds of jobs after outcry
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has partially reversed its controversial decision to eliminate hundreds of positions, reinstating approximately 250 roles after facing significant criticism from health experts and lawmakers.
Microsoft AI Replacing UK Jobs Sparks Employment Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals Microsoft's aggressive AI implementation is causing significant workforce reductions across its UK operations, raising concerns about the future of employment in the tech sector.
Halifax, Lloyds & Santander cut 1,100+ banking jobs
Major UK banks Halifax, Lloyds and Santander announce significant job cuts affecting more than 1,100 positions while creating nearly 500 new roles in evolving banking sectors.
Gogglebox star, 80, loses NHS job after TV deal
Beloved Gogglebox octogenarian Mica Ven has been removed from her £62,000 NHS position following her television contract, sparking debate about public sector employment rules.
Unite announces strikes over Leonardo job cuts
Britain's Unite union launches major industrial action campaign against defence giant Leonardo over planned job cuts, threatening widespread disruption at key UK sites.
5 CV Blunders That Cost You Dream Jobs
Career specialists uncover the most common CV mistakes that instantly turn off employers and share simple fixes to make your application stand out in today's competitive job market.
Las Vegans sell plasma as job market crashes
Exclusive investigation reveals how ordinary Las Vegans are selling their blood plasma to survive amid a devastating employment crisis that's hitting hospitality workers hardest.
Tories Unveil Radical Welfare Cuts Plan
The Conservative government announces sweeping welfare reforms that could significantly reduce benefits payments for millions, sparking immediate backlash from charities and opposition parties.
Prax Lindsey Refinery Cuts 140 Jobs
The Prax Lindsey oil refinery announces devastating job cuts affecting 140 workers, raising concerns about the UK's energy sector stability and local economic impact in North Lincolnshire.
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