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Wales unemployment reaches 5.7%, highest in UK

New ONS data reveals Wales has the highest unemployment rate of any UK nation at 5.7%, its highest level outside the pandemic in nearly a decade. Explore the figures and political reactions.

North West economy shows signs of stability

The NatWest Growth Tracker reveals the North West economy is stabilising with slower declines in activity and employment. Business optimism is rising. Sign up for our newsletters for more regional analysis.

Handsworth residents halt 14-bed HMO plan

Furious Handsworth residents celebrate as council rejects 14-bed supported housing plan. Locals say area is treated as a 'dumping ground' for HMOs. Read the full story.

Millions of UK pensioners forced back to work

Exclusive investigation reveals how soaring inflation and inadequate state pension payments are driving record numbers of retirees back into employment to make ends meet.

DWP replaces sick notes in benefits shake-up

The government is replacing traditional sick notes with a new digital system designed to get people back to work faster. Find out how the major DWP changes will affect you.

ASOS cuts 500 jobs in UK restructuring

Online fashion giant ASOS announces significant workforce reduction affecting 500 roles across UK operations, including key Birmingham distribution centres, as part of cost-cutting measures.

Thousands of UK workers paid below minimum wage

New research reveals thousands of UK employees are working for less than the legal minimum wage, with Birmingham and West Midlands workers among the worst affected. Discover which sectors are most at risk.

Meta cuts 660 UK jobs in latest tech purge

Facebook's parent company Meta confirms significant workforce reduction affecting London operations as tech giant continues global restructuring programme.

DWP Gives Workers New Flexible Working Powers

In a major employment rights overhaul, millions of UK workers can now demand flexible arrangements from day one and challenge employer refusals. Discover how this DWP policy change empowers employees.

Eastern Airways makes majority of staff redundant

Regional airline Eastern Airways has confirmed devastating job cuts affecting the majority of its workforce as part of a significant operational overhaul following route reductions.

Wetherspoon worker wins £25k discrimination case

A former Wetherspoon employee has been awarded £25,000 after winning a disability discrimination claim against the pub chain over accessibility issues at a Birmingham city centre location.

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