Patrick Hurley MP calls on Southport schools to sign up for UK Parliament Week 2026
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Workers need the government to get guaranteed hours right — and the consultation is the moment to say so
The government's consultation on zero-hour and short-hour contracts opened today, and Labour Unions is urging workers and supporters to make their voices heard before...
Rachel Reeves: Labour’s Great British Summer Savings will help families enjoy more for less
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced Labour’s new Great British Summer Savings scheme, a package of measures designed to help families tackle the cost of...
New wildlife banknotes highlight conservation efforts across the UK as vote opens this Wednesday. EMBARGO: 00:01am 3rd
This Wednesday (3rd June) the Bank of England will launch a shortlist of 18 species which could become the faces of a new series...
Archaeology students uncover secrets of Leicestershire's medieval past at Loddington field school
Issued by University of Leicester press office Archaeology students uncover secrets of Leicestershire’s medieval past at Loddington field school - Dig at Leicestershire village...
Join the Socialist Societies Campaign Day in Makerfield
With the Makerfield by-election fast approaching, campaign activity is already well underway. Having spent time campaigning in the constituency recently, I know just how...
CBI/ECIU Report - Net Zero Economy a 'Powerhouse'
· The net zero economy supported employment equivalent to 1.1 million full-time jobs. · The net zero economy generated £105 billion in GVA for...
The boardroom to the ballot box: Labour wants to hear from senior women in business
Labour Women's Network and Labour Business are hosting their first joint event next month, aimed at senior professional women considering a move into public...
‘Getting Guaranteed Hours proposal wrong is a disaster for workers’
Responding to the publication of a key consultation on the Guaranteed Hours proposal, Neil Carberry, Chief Executive, Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), said: “Getting...
Pat McFadden: Labour is making youth opportunity a national cause
When Labour came into office, we inherited a crisis — not just of the economy, but of opportunity. Too many young people were not...
Labour forges landmark defence pact with Poland to keep Britain safe
Major treaty with Poland to keep Britain safe We’ve signed a new defence and security treaty with Poland to protect British borders, tackle organised...
Labour cracks down on hidden charges eating into free childcare promise
Labour's childcare offer has already been a landmark achievement — saving families an average of £8,000 a year and giving parents the security of...
Labour throws a lifeline to a generation the Tories left behind
For years, young people across Britain have faced a labour market that felt increasingly out of reach. The first rung of the career ladder...
Labour's £340 million pharmacy investment puts care back on the high street
For too long, a trip to the GP has been the only option for millions of patients dealing with common, treatable conditions. Labour is...
Register now: AI + disruptive tech webinar
Last week, we were proud to publish ‘A Workforce Transformed (https://financialservicesskills.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/AI-disruptive-technology-report-workforce-transformed.pdf) ’ – an HM Treasury‑commissioned report exploring how AI and other disruptive technologies...
Labour MP stands up for hospitality businesses in Crewe & Nantwich over 'unfair' VAT levels
Connor Naismith, Member of Parliament for Crewe & Nantwich, has written to the Chancellor requesting for a reduction of VAT levels charged against hospitality...
University of Leicester history expert helps Strictly star solve family murder mystery
29 May 2026 University of Leicester history expert helps Strictly sta... Press release issued by University of Leicester press office Friday 29 May 2026...
Cllr Dawn Clark calls in gambling venue plans to protect Crewe town centre
Labour Councillor Dawn Clark has intervened to block a fast-tracked decision on a new adult gaming centre in Crewe, forcing the controversial planning application...
Connor Naismith MP takes fight for Crewe & Nantwich hospitality businesses to the Chancellor
Crewe & Nantwich MP Connor Naismith has written directly to the Chancellor calling for an urgent reduction in VAT for hospitality businesses, after being...
Andrew Cooper MP secures building funding boost for four Mid Cheshire schools
Four schools and colleges across Mid Cheshire are set to benefit from a major government investment in school buildings, after local MP Andrew Cooper...
Risk expert's book offers solutions to secure aviation safety and the industry's future
Thursday 28 May 2026 Risk expert’s book offers solutions to secure aviation ... Press release issued by University of Leicester press office Thursday 28...
NEW: Offshored jobs grow by 300% following minimum wage hike
Today, offshoring firm The Legends Agency has reported a 300% rise in UK roles being offshored to South Africa following the minimum wage hike....
Mid Cheshire schools receive building funding boost
Education settings across Mid Cheshire are to receive their share of grants worth more than £450 million to improve the condition of their estate...
REC response to Alan Milburn’s interim report: ‘Work does not have a PR problem’
Responding to today’s interim independent report on young people and work, Shazia Ejaz, Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) Director of Campaigns, said: “The report...
JobsOutlook: UK hiring intentions hold despite Gulf-related slide in employer confidence
UK hiring intentions hold despite Gulf-related slide in employer confidence - REC Employers still plan to hire but are becoming less confident about the...