Target's Zoom layoff blunder sparks corporate outrage
US retail giant Target faces backlash after conducting mass redundancies via Zoom, with employees discovering their fate through impersonal group video calls in latest corporate misstep.
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CBS News announces major staff cuts amid media downturn
American broadcaster CBS News becomes latest media organisation to announce significant layoffs, continuing troubling trend across journalism sector amid economic pressures.
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.
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.
UK Unemployment Hits 4.3%, Highest Since 2023
Britain's unemployment rate climbs to 4.3% as job losses accelerate across multiple sectors, marking the highest level since 2023 and signalling growing economic headwinds.
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.
Man Utd Job Cuts Begin Under Ratcliffe Reign
Manchester United's new era under Sir Jim Ratcliffe begins with sweeping job cuts as INEOS targets £60m savings, sparking staff anxiety at Old Trafford.
Man Utd staff face axe in Ratcliffe revolution
Exclusive: Manchester United face significant structural changes as Sir Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS begins implementing cost-cutting measures that could see hundreds of jobs axed at Old Trafford.
NHS Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts
Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.
Royal Shakespeare Company urges staff to take redundancy
The prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company is grappling with a severe financial crisis, urging staff to consider voluntary redundancy. The iconic theatre, a cornerstone of British culture, faces a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced income, putting i
ANU Abandons Forced Job Cuts in Major Policy Reversal
The Australian National University has scrapped its controversial compulsory job cuts programme following fierce opposition from staff and unions. The landmark decision marks a significant shift in the university's restructuring plans.
Amazon Slashes Hundreds of Jobs in UK and Global Restructure
Amazon announces significant job cuts across its Prime Video and MGM Studios divisions, impacting hundreds of employees in the UK and US in a strategic shift towards profitability.
BHP Cuts 750 Queensland Coal Jobs in Major Restructuring
Mining giant BHP announces the slashing of 750 jobs at its central Queensland metallurgical coal mines, citing operational reviews and a shift towards automation, sparking concerns for the local economy.
UK Jobs Market Warning: Critical Indicator Hits 4-Year High
A major warning signal in the UK jobs market has surged to its highest level in four years, sparking serious concerns about the health of the employment sector and the broader economy.
Pharma Giant Cuts 9,000 Jobs in Major Restructure
A major pharmaceutical multinational has announced a drastic cost-cutting plan, putting 9,000 roles at risk globally. The move signals deepening turmoil within the industry, raising concerns for the UK's strategic life sciences sector.
ANZ and NAB Slash Hundreds of UK Banking Jobs in Major Restructure
Exclusive: Two of Britain's leading banks, ANZ and National Australia Bank, announce significant job cuts as part of a major operational restructuring, affecting hundreds of UK banking staff.
Amazon sacks UK drivers, replaces them with AI
Amazon has terminated hundreds of its UK delivery drivers, citing the success of its new AI-powered 'Project Cornucopia' logistics system. The move has sparked outrage from unions and raised serious questions about the future of employment in the age of a
AI Axes 800 Jobs at Mirror & Express Publisher Reach
Britain's largest newspaper publisher, Reach PLC, announces a drastic cost-cutting plan to replace hundreds of editorial roles with artificial intelligence, sparking fears for the future of local and national journalism.
Standard Life Aberdeen to Cut 500 Jobs in Restructure
Financial giant Standard Life Aberdeen announces 500 job cuts as part of a £75m cost-saving initiative, aiming to streamline operations and boost profitability.
NSW regulator lifts order blocking UTS job cuts
The University of Technology Sydney can proceed with its controversial restructure after the NSW regulator lifted its order, despite ongoing union concerns over job losses and transparency.
Atlassian Axes 5% of Staff in Major AI Restructuring
Australian tech giant Atlassian, co-founded by billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes, is laying off 5% of its staff in a strategic pivot towards artificial intelligence, impacting hundreds of employees globally.
UK Gov approves £4.25m Welsh aid for Tata Steel workers
The UK Government has greenlit a crucial £4.25 million support package from the Welsh Government for Tata Steel workers facing redundancy in Port Talbot, marking a significant intervention in the ongoing steel crisis.
ConocoPhillips Axes 25% of UK Oil Workforce
US oil giant ConocoPhillips has announced deep cuts to its British operations, slashing a quarter of its UK workforce. The move signals a major shift in the North Sea energy landscape and raises concerns about the future of the region's oil industry.
UK Job Cuts Accelerate at Fastest Pace Since 2021
New data from the Bank of England shows British businesses slashed jobs at the most rapid rate in four years during summer 2025, amid weakening demand and persistent economic pressures.
UTS pauses job cuts after SafeWork NSW warning over staff mental health
The University of Technology Sydney pauses controversial staff redundancies following formal warning from SafeWork NSW over potential psychological health risks to employees.
Nottingham University to cut 250 jobs amid financial crisis
The University of Nottingham plunges into crisis as it announces up to 250 compulsory redundancies following a failed voluntary severance scheme, sparking outrage from staff and unions.
Lotus to Cut 200 Jobs in Major Electric Vehicle Restructure
Norfolk-based sports car manufacturer Lotus is set to cut up to 200 jobs as part of a significant restructuring plan, citing a necessary strategic pivot towards an all-electric future under its Chinese parent company, Geely.
UK TikTok Jobs Axed in Global Safety Team Shake-Up
Hundreds of TikTok's UK-based trust and safety roles are at risk as the video-sharing giant launches a major global restructure, leaving employees devastated.
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