How Companies Can Champion Women's Leadership Roles In The Tech Industry
The tech industry faces the declining presence of women in leadership roles. To address this, some tech companies are adopting comprehensive strategies.
Ofsted Report: Most UK Children With Complex Needs Live Alone In Childcare Homes
Local UK authorities are unable to place UK children with complex needs to children's homes due to the improper grouping of children which doesn't serve their needs, according to an Ofsted report.
UK Government Unveils Sweeping Immigration Changes, Sparking Concerns in Key Sectors
The measures intended to address concerns over immigration levels, particularly in the healthcare sector, include a substantial increase in the minimum salary requirement for skilled worker visas and the elimination of the 20 per cent discount for essential professions.
Employing Young People Could Save The Hospitality Sector From A Staffing Crisis
After Brexit, around 92,000 EU workers left the hospitality sector to return to their home country, leaving hospitality leaders pushing vacancies onto young people.
Amazon Launches AI Training Program Amid Clamour for Skilled Workers
A new study by AWS and research firm Access Partnership found hiring AI-skilled talent is a priority for 73 per cent of employers.
Survey reveals high demand for AI and machine learning skills in the UK space sector
Among 95 per cent of surveyed space organisations facing skills challenges, 37 per cent lack software and data analysis experts and 21 per cent specifically require AI and machine learning skills above other needs.
Schools are being urged to prioritise cybersecurity learning with the industry expanding
The education platform Cyber Explorers is designed to help young students grasp cybersecurity and encourage them to have a potential career in the cyber sector.
How does apprenticeship in the UK hospitality industry offer a way out in the cost-of-living crisis?
A recent survey by Greene King provides valuable insights on the market value of apprenticeship in the UK hospitality industry in the current cost-of-living crisis.
Nearly half of business leaders feel Gen Z graduate students are unprepared for the professional workforce
A recent employment survey from Intelligent has offered a fascinating glimpse into why business leaders are not convinced about hiring Gen Z graduate students.
Bank of England raises UK interest rates to a record 5.25%
The last time rates were this high was in April 2008, in the midst of the global financial crash, with the UK's central bank expecting inflation to fall below five per cent in the autumn or winter.
Business price hikes expected to ease as wage costs rises
The BCC Quarterly Economic Survey for Q2 2023 reveals that nearly half of businesses plan to raise prices in the coming months as cost pressures ease.
UK government report finds cybersecurity skills gap stagnant despite increased demand
UK report reveals stagnant cybersecurity skills gap despite increased demand, emphasizing the need for diversity and talent pool expansion.
The UK food and consumer goods business struggles with low consumer confidence, inflation and labour shortage
The UK food and consumer goods business is facing challenges, including inflation and labour shortages, according to the Institute of Grocery Distribution.
Record number of students apply for computing courses amid rise of AI
The steep rise in the popularity of tech courses correlates with the rapid development of artificial intelligence over the past 12 months.
UK's hospitality sector 'anxious' over significant summer staffing shortage
Another contributing factor to the staffing challenge is the tightening of immigration rules and the end of free movement between the UK and the EU.
As the NHS hit the 75-year mark, people call for cybersecurity & long-term policymaking to restore the system
At 75, the NHS is bogged down by some critical issues such as strikes that continue to disrupt the service, and public opinion regarding the privacy issues of using Artificial Intelligence in the NHS.
Around 64% of UK hospitality managers will tackle staff shortages by hiring older workers
As per the study that surveyed 1,000 managers from the hospitality industry, businesses in this sector are thinking of hiring older staff, people aged 50 or above to cater to the employee shortage issue.
How can the UK become more attractive to international STEM students and graduates?
Ewan Kirk, the Entrepreneur-in-Residence within the Department of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge, has called for new measures to encourage international STEM students and graduates into the UK.
May data shows vacancy growth is slowing slightly, yet British skills gap is still hindering economic recovery
Vacancy growth is at its lowest since early 2021, but employers still cannot find qualified staff – especially as wage growth continues, albeit more slowly.
Majority of British business owners alarmed by soaring energy bills, survey reveals
As fixed market agreements and government subsidies for non-household energy bills expire, energy costs could potentially increase by 133 per cent.
The new business hub taking shape in Europe
Businesses no longer feel compelled to rent expensive office spaces in the big cities, with large companies now needing smaller office spaces. Companies have found cheaper rent and labour in the CEE countries.
London businesses pave the way to harness the potential of refugees in the workforce
Recognising the immense potential benefits that refugees can offer to the economy, London's businesses are moving to boost refugee employment.
Major new study reveals 72% of companies have now mandated a return to the workplace
A major new study has revealed that 72 per cent of companies globally have now mandated a return to the workplace, with 42 per cent now reporting a higher level of employee attrition.
Children in England are best readers in the Western world, new study suggests
According to a new study, children in England are better at reading than anywhere else in the Western world.
Study reveals more than 80% of UK business owners dread labour shortages
The labour shortage challenge may persist for some time, given the impact of COVID-19 and the post-Brexit points-based immigration system's implementation.
The traditional education system is creating a skills gap in Britain
Over the past few months, the demand for qualified IT professionals in the UK has soared, and the education system can't keep up, with recent studies finding that high-quality internet connectivity and consistent digital experience are "crucial".
Workers in the UK are positive about jobs regardless of high inflation
Research finds UK workers' job confidence to be positive despite the cost of living crisis and a stagnant economy. However, data reveals a fall in social mobility, with many workers not having a degree in the top socio-economic levels.
Tech Nation acquired by Founders Forum Group as British government withdraws funding
Following the acquisition, Tech Nation programmes and reports will be delivered within the Founders Forum Group portfolio. Meanwhile, the British government allocates funding to Barclays instead.
UK Inflation continues to threaten hospitality businesses despite improved CPI figures
As UK CPI figures show a slight ease in inflation, businesses in the hospitality industry face a tough year ahead with food prices persistently high.
Reducing time to hire remains a key trend in HR tech search
Recent data demonstrate that organisations are still trying to reduce the time-to-hire rate and fill key roles in a short period of time amidst a tight talent market and despite a slowing economy.