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...
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...
This Wednesday (3rd June) the Bank of England will launch a shortlist of 18 species which could become the faces of a new series...
Issued by University of Leicester press office Archaeology students uncover secrets of Leicestershire’s medieval past at Loddington field school - Dig at Leicestershire village...
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...
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...
· The net zero economy supported employment equivalent to 1.1 million full-time jobs. · The net zero economy generated £105 billion in GVA for...
Responding to the publication of a key consultation on the Guaranteed Hours proposal, Neil Carberry, Chief Executive, Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), said: “Getting...
When Labour came into office, we inherited a crisis — not just of the economy, but of opportunity. Too many young people were not...
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's childcare offer has already been a landmark achievement — saving families an average of £8,000 a year and giving parents the security of...
For years, young people across Britain have faced a labour market that felt increasingly out of reach. The first rung of the career ladder...
For too long, a trip to the GP has been the only option for millions of patients dealing with common, treatable conditions. Labour is...
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...
29 May 2026 University of Leicester history expert helps Strictly sta... Press release issued by University of Leicester press office Friday 29 May 2026...
Connor Naismith, Member of Parliament for Crewe & Nantwich, has written to the Chancellor requesting for a reduction of VAT levels charged against hospitality...
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...
Crewe & Nantwich MP Connor Naismith has written directly to the Chancellor calling for an urgent reduction in VAT for hospitality businesses, after being...
Four schools and colleges across Mid Cheshire are set to benefit from a major government investment in school buildings, after local MP Andrew Cooper...
Thursday 28 May 2026 Risk expert’s book offers solutions to secure aviation ... Press release issued by University of Leicester press office Thursday 28...
Today, offshoring firm The Legends Agency has reported a 300% rise in UK roles being offshored to South Africa following the minimum wage hike....
Education settings across Mid Cheshire are to receive their share of grants worth more than £450 million to improve the condition of their estate...
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...
UK hiring intentions hold despite Gulf-related slide in employer confidence - REC Employers still plan to hire but are becoming less confident about the...
The recent hike in the UK minimum wage has triggered a dramatic surge in British businesses moving entry-level and support roles overseas, raising fresh...
