UK Job Vacancies Hit Lowest Level Since Covid Pandemic
UK job openings have fallen to their lowest point since 2021, with London experiencing the steepest decline. Advertised salaries rose 6% despite the drop in vacancies.
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State Pensioners Get Four-Week Notice on Payment Rises
Millions of pensioners across the UK are being informed about upcoming increases to their state pension payments, which will take effect from April 2026 under the triple lock policy.
Car Repair Costs Soar Amid Critical Skills Shortages
Drivers across the UK are being warned of escalating car repair costs as the automotive sector faces severe skills shortages. Thatcham Research's Automotive Academy has trained over 5,000 technicians in five years, but industry leaders call for urgent act
DWP Confirms 35-Year Rule for Full State Pension
State pensioners must have 35 years of National Insurance contributions to receive full payments, with minimum 10 years required for any pension entitlement.
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Pre-1951 Pensioners Get £439 Annual Increase from DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms a 4.8% rise in the basic State Pension from April, granting older claimants an extra £439.40 per year under the triple lock mechanism.
Bin Worker Loses Home as Labour Faces Strike Backlash in Birmingham
A striking Birmingham bin worker reveals she is losing her home due to the prolonged dispute, voicing deep frustration with the Labour council and government. The strike, now in its second year, centers on pay cuts and equal pay issues.
DWP Names Youth Unemployment as Key Priority in Benefits Crackdown
The DWP reports success in getting over-50s back to work but shifts focus to youth unemployment, with nearly one million young people not in education or employment.
Freelancers Threaten to Quit Over HMRC's Quarterly Tax Rule
Thousands of self-employed workers and landlords face mandatory quarterly tax filings under HMRC's Making Tax Digital scheme, with many considering early retirement due to the administrative burden.
Bin Worker Faces Homelessness in Birmingham Strike
A Birmingham bin worker reveals she may lose her home as the city's refuse collection strike enters its second year, with tensions escalating between unions and the Labour-led council.
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Jobcentre on Wheels Vans Roll Out Across England and Wales
Nine new mobile Jobcentre vans will be deployed in six areas to provide on-the-spot employment advice, targeting those not engaging with traditional services as unemployment rises.
Halesowen Company Fined £750k After Worker Killed
Somers Forge Limited has been fined £750,000 after Nick Hardiman, 54, died in a preventable workplace incident involving a 20-metre lathe. The Health and Safety Executive found multiple safety failures.
Costa Coffee Announces £13 Minimum Wage for Baristas
Costa Coffee reveals a £7 million investment to raise barista pay to £13.12 per hour across 1,500 company-owned stores, effective April 2026.
Severn Trent's Big Boost for Brum: Skills and Jobs Event
Severn Trent is hosting its largest careers and skills event of the year in Birmingham, offering over 30 employers, apprenticeships, and hands-on support to unlock opportunities for residents.
John Lewis and Waitrose Introduce New £13 Wage Rule
John Lewis Partnership announces a £108 million investment to increase shop floor pay to at least £13.25 per hour, addressing four years without annual bonuses for partners.
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Labour May Drop Youth Minimum Wage Pledge
The Labour government is reconsidering its pledge to equalize minimum wage for young workers after DWP data reveals soaring youth unemployment, with businesses warning of steep hiring costs.
McDonald's UK Cuts Staff Discounts, Employees Annoyed
McDonald's has reduced employee discounts across all UK restaurants, including Birmingham branches, with price hikes up to 75% for staff meals, leaving minimum wage workers frustrated amid rising living costs.
DWP Crisis: Youth Unemployment Hits Five-Year High
The Department for Work and Pensions confronts an existential crisis as youth unemployment among 18-24-year-olds reaches a five-year peak in late 2025, with experts warning of long-term scarring effects.
UK Unemployment Hits 5.2%, Pound Plummets
UK unemployment reaches 5.2%, highest since 2021, causing Sterling to fall sharply against dollar and euro as labour market shows signs of cooling.
Birmingham Jobs Boom: Over 1,500 Over-50s Back to Work
Birmingham is experiencing a significant employment surge with over 1,500 residents aged 50-plus returning to work, marking a 10% annual increase. The DWP's targeted initiatives, including job fairs and mobile jobcentres, are driving this success.
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Wales Unemployment Falls While UK Rate Hits Near 5-Year High
Official ONS figures reveal Wales experienced a 1.2% drop in unemployment to 4.5%, contrasting with the UK's rise to 5.2%. Youth unemployment reaches highest level since 2015, sparking economic concerns.
Unemployment Reaches 5.2%, Highest Since 2021
The UK unemployment rate has climbed to 5.2% in late 2025, the highest level since 2021, with payrolled employees decreasing and wage growth slowing amid economic uncertainty.
UK Unemployment Hits Post-Pandemic High as Wage Growth Slows
Official figures reveal UK unemployment rose to 5.2% in late 2025, the highest since early 2021, with wage growth easing and payrolls declining, increasing expectations of a March interest rate cut.
DWP Mobile Jobcentre Vans Roll Out Across England
The Department for Work and Pensions is expanding its 'Jobcentres on Wheels' initiative to towns and cities in England, offering employment support directly in communities.
Gender Pay Gap Won't Close Until 2056, Report Says
A new TUC report reveals the gender pay gap may not close until 2056, with women effectively working 47 days for free each year compared to men.
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Greene King Job Cuts and Expansion Plans in Birmingham
Greene King is considering cutting around 100 jobs in a second restructure in two years, while simultaneously planning to open 30 new franchise pubs across the UK, including expansion into Wales.
Woman, 59, Wins £12,000 Holiday Pay from Employer
A 59-year-old woman reclaimed over £12,000 in holiday pay after reading Money Saving Expert advice. Learn how she did it and check if you might be eligible for similar claims.
Lidl Worker Loses Claim After Firing Over 17p Water Bottle
An employment tribunal has dismissed a former Lidl employee's unfair dismissal claim after he was sacked for drinking a 17p bottle of water while feeling dehydrated during his shift at the checkout.
UK Employment Bill to Strengthen Trade Union Rights
A new UK employment rights bill, effective from April 2026, promises to bolster trade union rights by requiring employers to inform workers of their right to join unions. This legislation marks the first pro-union reform in decades, aiming to reverse a 50
40 Jobs at Risk at Yorkshire Verallia Glass Plants
The GMB Union has confirmed 40 positions at Verallia's Knottingley and Leeds sites are under redundancy threat, blaming the Government's Glass Packaging Tax and rising costs for putting the UK glass manufacturing sector at risk.
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Workers Lose Up to £3,462 Yearly in Holiday Pay
Over 20% of UK employees fail to use all annual leave, with many losing thousands in pay, according to Timetastic's 2026 report on workplace culture.
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