• Teenagers prioritise values in careers

    Teenagers prioritise values in careers

    A poll of 500 teenagers aged 13 to 18 has revealed that 46% are keen on aligning their careers with their personal values. The survey highlighted that 77% consider mental health support crucial in the workplace, with 74% believing it enhances employee happiness and retention. The study also found that only 8% of teens are…

  • AI threatens graduate job market

    AI threatens graduate job market

    As artificial intelligence (AI) increasingly takes over entry-level tasks, recent graduates are facing a challenging job market. Connor Myers, a student at the University of Exeter, points out that major firms like Deloitte and EY have reduced their graduate recruitment by 18% and 11%, respectively. According to Adzuna, entry-level job opportunities in finance have plummeted…

  • Home Office unaware if foreign workers leave after visas end, MPs say

    Home Office unaware if foreign workers leave after visas end, MPs say

    The Home Office does not know whether foreign workers are leaving the UK or staying to work illegally after their visas expire, a cross-party committee of MPs has said. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC), which scrutinises government spending, said the Home Office had failed to analyse exit checks since the skilled worker visa route was…

  • Microsoft cuts 9,000 jobs globally as it invests in AI

    Microsoft cuts 9,000 jobs globally as it invests in AI

    Microsoft has announced a second wave of layoffs, impacting approximately 9,000 employees, or 4% of its workforce, as part of a cost-cutting strategy while investing in artificial intelligence infrastructure. The cuts will affect various teams globally, including sales and the Xbox division. The company aims to streamline processes and reduce management levels to enhance efficiency….

  • Robots set to outnumber humans in Amazon warehouses

    Robots set to outnumber humans in Amazon warehouses

    Amazon is rapidly expanding its use of robotics, and now has over a million robots operating in its warehouses – nearly matching the number of human workers. Around 75% of Amazon deliveries involve robotic assistance, which the company says improves safety and reduces repetitive tasks for employees. Amazon is also increasing automation efficiency with artificial…

  • Food delivery apps to crack down on illegal workers

    Food delivery apps to crack down on illegal workers

    Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just Eat have agreed to tighten security measures amid growing concerns that some asylum seekers are working illegally by using others’ accounts. Following government pressure, the companies will now increase facial recognition and fraud checks to ensure only authorised users can operate on their platforms. Just Eat will shift to daily…