Civil Service workforce reaches highest level in nearly 20 years
New figures reveal the UK Civil Service has grown to 554,000 staff, its largest size since 2006. Explore the drivers behind this surge and the government's plans for future reform.
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Public sector pay gap closes, pensions remain superior
Official Treasury guidance reveals state workers' pay has caught up with the private sector, with far more generous pensions. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urges pay restraint. Read the full analysis.
Reform UK to cut 68,500 civil service jobs if elected
Reform UK unveils radical plan to slash 68,500 civil service posts, saving taxpayers £5.2bn a year. Party vows to end 'woke' policies and 'bloat' if Nigel Farage becomes PM. Read the full details.
US Job Market Stalls, But Key Sectors Promise Future Growth
The US job market feels stalled with 7.4 million unemployed, but new data reveals a decade of growth ahead in healthcare, AI, and clean energy. Discover the top 10 fastest-growing roles.
Victoria Slashes 1,000+ Public Sector Jobs in $4bn Savings Plan
Victoria's Premier announces a major public service overhaul, cutting over 1,000 jobs and merging 29 entities to save $4bn. Read the full details of the state's budget repair plan.
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.
UK services growth slows, price inflation at 5-year low
UK services sector expansion weakened in November with PMI at 51.3. Business activity softened as consumer demand waned and price inflation dropped to its lowest since January 2021. Read the full analysis.
Swiss Vote: Women in National Service?
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum to require women to perform national service, a move supporters say boosts cohesion but critics warn burdens women. Find out the result.
Millions Vie for China's Civil Service in Tough Economy
A record 3.7 million applicants in China are competing for just 38,100 civil service posts, highlighting a major shift towards public sector job security amid economic uncertainty. Discover the driving forces behind this trend.
Whitehall's £1.3m Pension Pots Amid Private Sector Raid
Britain's top civil servants have taxpayer-funded pension pots averaging £1.3m, a new report reveals. This comes as the Chancellor plans a £3bn raid on private sector retirement savings. Discover the full story.
Teens still gender-stereotype construction and childcare jobs
New research shows 72% of British teenagers view careers like construction and childcare as gender-specific, despite parental support for breaking norms. Discover the findings and the call for change.
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.
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.
UK holiday hiring hits lowest level since 2008 crisis
UK retailers slash seasonal hiring by 40% as Trump tariffs and automation bite. Discover why your Christmas job search just got tougher and prices are rising.
Scottish Government costs surge £53m in one year
Scottish Government operating costs balloon to £856m despite remote working. IT spending rises £25m while accommodation savings remain minimal. Taxpayers face growing bill.
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.
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.
Cruise Ship Salaries: The Shocking Truth Revealed
An exclusive investigation reveals the surprising reality of cruise ship employment - from eye-watering earnings for entertainers to the challenging conditions faced by cabin crew.
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.
US Private Sector Adds 150,000 Jobs in September
Fresh data reveals America's private sector employment continues to grow steadily despite economic headwinds, with services industries leading the charge in September's hiring spree.
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.
AI targets working-class jobs first, research reveals
New research reveals artificial intelligence is disproportionately impacting working-class occupations, with ChatGPT and similar technologies transforming Britain's employment landscape.
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.
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.
Farage: Cut 140,000 Civil Service Jobs, Ban Woke Agenda
Nigel Farage announces radical plan to cut Civil Service by 140,000 positions, making it easier to dismiss officials while banning diversity initiatives in sweeping Whitehall overhaul.
Energy crisis threatens 1,000+ UK aluminium jobs
Britain's industrial heartland faces devastating blow as soaring power prices threaten to shut down major aluminium plant, putting over 1,000 livelihoods in jeopardy and exposing UK's energy vulnerability.
Petrofac wins Shell North Sea contract extension
Energy services giant Petrofac secures significant contract extension with Shell for North Sea assets, safeguarding Aberdeen jobs and reinforcing UK energy sector stability.
JD Gyms launches new Enfield location with 30 jobs
JD Gyms announces ambitious expansion into Enfield, creating 30 local jobs and bringing state-of-the-art fitness facilities to the area as part of their nationwide growth strategy.
Petrofac collapse puts North Sea jobs at risk
UK oil services company Petrofac enters administration, threatening thousands of North Sea jobs and sending shockwaves through Britain's energy sector amid ongoing financial struggles.
Supermarkets battle to hire autistic volunteer after mum's plea
In an extraordinary retail rivalry, Waitrose and Asda are competing to secure the services of 28-year-old Ben, an autistic volunteer, after his mother's emotional appeal went viral. Discover how this bittersweet employment battle is changing perceptions a
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