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More funds to support steel workers and businesses
Government doubles money to help Port Talbot workers and supply chain.
Overhaul of official workforce data may take another two years, ONS admits
It said it is now ‘unlikely’ it will be able to introduce a revamped version of its Labour Force Survey in mid-2025.
‘Contradiction’ in Government policies to get Britain working, MPs warn
Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall took questions about whether her plans to get more people employed clash with a tax rise for employers.
Warning as figures show rise in young people not in education, jobs or training
The TUC says young people are paying the price of the Conservative Party’s ‘toxic economic legacy’.
Almost a million workers ‘lost’ by unreliable official data, claims think tank
The Resolution Foundation said the ONS has underestimated growth in employment by 930,000 workers since 2019.
Home workers spend more time sleeping and exercising, survey shows
The survey looked at the activities of people on weekdays and who work at least seven hours.
Center Parcs unveils plans for first Scottish site
Around 1,200 permanent jobs could be created at the holiday village in the Scottish Borders.
Tips to help graduates living on a tight budget – as a third delay major life milestones
Nearly half of young adults feel they are only just managing to make ends meet on their salaries, a new study reveals.
The key topics to discuss when starting conversations about money
Talk Money Week falls in November, so here are some expert suggestions to tackle tricky money topics.
Local services to get £240m funding boost to ‘get Britain working’
Sir Keir Starmer said the Budget would allocate £240 million to local services to get people back into work.