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Hewlett-Packard set to axe up to 30,000 jobs

Fri, 18 May 2012 10:05:22 +0100

Computer and software company expected to cut 8% of workforce as consumers ditch bulky PCs in favour of tablets

Vauxhall's Ellesmere Port plant to build new Astra

Fri, 18 May 2012 09:45:56 +0100

Vauxhall's Ellesmere Port plant will build a new generation of Astra cars in an "historic" deal that will see it produce at least 160,000 cars a year.

Unemployment Falls For Second Month Running

Thu, 17 May 2012 10:04:33 +0100

UK unemployment fell for the second consecutive month in the three months to March to reach 2.63 million, according to official figures.

MPs say some apprenticeship schemes are of no benefit

Thu, 17 May 2012 09:37:33 +0100

A parliamentary committee has questioned the length and quality of many apprenticeships.

Norwegian oil services company to create 500 jobs at base near Aberdeen

Wed, 16 May 2012 10:03:20 +0100

AN oil services company have announced they will create 500 jobs at their operations base in the north east.

Workers ‘too scared to go off sick’ as recession bites: Number of absences drops to record low

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:44:56 +0100

The recession has fuelled a widespread paranoia among workers who are ‘too scared’ about losing their jobs to take time off work when they are sick, official figures revealed today.

Nurses heckle health secretary over NHS frontline staffing cuts

Tue, 15 May 2012 10:14:07 +0100

Tory health minister Simon Burns had two stabs at the figures before Andrew Lansley stepped in with an even bigger number.

400 hopefuls apply for 14 jobs at new Tesco Express store in Grimsby

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:56:44 +0100

MORE than 400 people applied for just 14 jobs at a new supermarket opening in Grimsby on Friday.

"Stop whingeing and invest in jobs", ministers tell businesses

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:58:29 +0100

Business have been accused of “whingeing” and failing to invest in jobs and the British economy by a leading cabinet minister.

Coalition Fund Spends £200K Creating One Job

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:45:49 +0100

A £2.4bn coalition scheme to boost England's economy has been spending up to £200,000 to create one job, auditors have revealed.

Hundreds Of Brits To Scoop Ice-Cream Jobs

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:53:25 +0100

Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest ice-cream parlour chain, has announced plans to almost double the number of UK stores over the next three years, creating hundreds of jobs.

Clinton Cards Collapses Into Administration

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:39:53 +0100

Embattled UK retailer Clinton Cards has gone into administration, putting thousands of jobs at risk.

Jobless total forecast to rise

Thu, 10 May 2012 10:07:13 +0100

The jobs market remains "fragile", with unemployment expected to increase in the coming months, according to research among recruitment firms.

UK retail sales dip, jobs growth slows

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:55:58 +0100

British retail sales fell at their fastest rate in more than a year last month and jobs growth slowed, nudging the economy closer to a third quarter of contraction and raising the chance of another cash boost from the central bank.

Broadband migration ‘will create 1-million jobs’

Wed, 09 May 2012 09:59:53 +0100

Communications Minister Dina Pule says the 100% migration to broadband by 2020 will create 1-million jobs

Expansion of Bicester Village and Tesco could create 3,500 jobs

Wed, 09 May 2012 09:52:10 +0100

A MULTI-MILLION-POUND expansion for Tesco and Bicester Village was unveiled yesterday in a project that could bring more than 3,500 jobs to the town.

'Pioneering' £5m pub and hotel creates 40 jobs

Tue, 08 May 2012 10:17:16 +0100

Dunbar is set to be the "pioneering site" for a pub giant's first Scottish venture after councillors approved a licensing application for a pub and a 26-bedroom hotel, creating up to 40 jobs.

Five more years of tough job market in most of UK, CEBR says

Tue, 08 May 2012 10:00:24 +0100

Unemployment will keep rising over the next five years in every UK region except the South East, East and London, a new report reveals, raising fears of a widening North-South divide.

1,400 job losses at Clydesdale and Yorkshire takes banks cull to more than 4,500 in a week

Fri, 04 May 2012 10:01:20 +0100

Yesterday National Australia Bank unveiled plans to shed 1,400 UK jobs in the next three years.

Businesses 'should help prisoners get work'

Fri, 04 May 2012 09:49:00 +0100

Major employers should give prisoners work experience placements and training and help more ex-offenders get work, Ken Clarke has said.

1,000 jobs boost as JLR looks to expand plant

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:15:17 +0100

Jaguar Land Rover is to invest around £200 million to expand its West Midlands plant to build the new Jaguar F-type sports car, creating up to 1,000 jobs.

New jobs as airline set to add routes from airport

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:01:04 +0100

An airline said jobs would be created as part of an expansion of services from East Midlands Airport.

Iron Maiden Bruce Dickinson Aviation Project to Create 1,000 UK Jobs

Wed, 02 May 2012 10:03:42 +0100

Lead singer of iconic rock group Iron Maiden, Bruce Dickinson, has finalised a multimillion pound aviation project in south Wales which will create up to 1,000 jobs in the country.

Charity urges government to back new strategy on care jobs

Wed, 02 May 2012 09:44:03 +0100

A charity representing carers has called for a new strategy to kick-start more jobs in the care industry.

Mine creating 5,000 jobs is viable

Tue, 01 May 2012 11:48:33 +0100

DETAILS of two innovative designs for a new potash mine which could create 5,000 jobs have been revealed as the company behind it confirms the idea is technically viable.

Temporary employment market sees 33% upswing in hiring levels

Tue, 01 May 2012 11:41:50 +0100

A new report suggests that there has been a healthy upswing in hiring across the temporary employment market within three core sectors: Financial Services; Public Sector and Commerce & Industry.

Energy giant SSE creates 200 jobs with billing promise

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:52:26 +0100

Extra staff are needed as the company rolls out a new annual energy review that is aimed at ensuring customers are on the best deal for them.

Blind company creates 79 jobs

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:49:13 +0100

Lisburn company Decora Blind Systems is creating 79 new jobs as part of a £2 million investment over the next two years.

Call centre workers anger over plans to close office

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:02:07 +0100

WORKERS at the British Gas call centre this morning spoke of their devastation at the news that 550 jobs will be lost.

Energy firm creates 200 new jobs for Hampshire

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:53:52 +0100

A Hampshire customer service centre will create 200 jobs, the Daily Echo can reveal this morning.

Doldrums Britain: jobs blow has a familiar feel in Corby

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:05:31 +0100

East Midlands town, which lost 115 more jobs when Aquascutum closed its factory, is trying to fight back in a tough climate

UK unemployment data reveals downturn victims as jobless total drops

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:53:49 +0100

Women and young people lose out despite a bounce in the job market, while wages lag well behind inflation

Caravan tax to cost 7,000 jobs: East Yorkshire MPs to step up fight

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:13:18 +0100

MINISTERS have been warned a decision to impose VAT on static caravans could lead to more than 7,000 job losses. New figures estimate 4,340 jobs could be cut at holiday parks across the country, on top of the 3,000 jobs at risk at caravan manufacturers and in the supply chain.

Internet specialist creates jobs in Brighton

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:00:28 +0100

An international digital business is creating scores of jobs.

UK 'still in danger of recession'

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:11:44 +0100

The UK is still in danger of falling into recession, according to the Bank of England, but further emergency support is looking less likely amid concerns over inflation.

Scottish unemployment falls by 12,000

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:52:28 +0100

Unemployment in Scotland fell by 12,000 to 219,000 in the three months to February, according to new official figures.

Companies should be hiring hoodies, says employment minister

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:03:15 +0100

Don't just hug a hoodie – hire one, bosses were urged on Wednesday.

UK unemployment falls by 35,000 to 2.65m, ONS reports

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:44:58 +0100

UK unemployment has registered its first fall since last spring, according to official figures.

Lloyds Banking Group creates 500 new jobs

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:57:47 +0100

Lloyds Banking Group is to create 500 new jobs as part of plans to sell off more than 600 of its branches.

Million Jobless For More Than A Year

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:37:36 +0100

Research shows almost a million people will have been out of work for more than a year by the end of 2012, as the Government releases the latest jobless figures.

Top 10 Common Mistakes During an Interview

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:37:53 +0100

Certain blunders which candidates make during an interview:

Top 10 Best Ways to Get a Job Interview

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:33:42 +0100

One of the primary problems with regard to job postings on the internet is that your resume can get lost within the resume stacks, which the individuals involved in the hiring process receive due to the ads. You have to market yourself differently and come up with a distinct identity in order to grab the attention of prospective decision makers.

Graduate pay set to fall to lowest since 2003

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:13:06 +0100

Thousands of graduates face worse starting salaries this summer than if they had left university almost 10 years ago, new figures show.

Bank of Scotland reports 'marked' rise in Scottish job vacancies

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:51:29 +0100

The number of permanent job vacancies in Scotland rose "markedly" in March, according to a survey of recruitment agencies.

BA takeover may cost 1,200 bmi jobs

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:51:31 +0100

The takeover of bmi by British Airways is set to lead to up to 1,200 job losses, the airline has announced.

Jobcentre vacancies analysis reveals size of challenge facing unemployed

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:45:50 +0100

2.6 million jobseekers face competition for 234,000 full-time vacancies from people in temporary or part-time work

Engineering graduates 'taking unskilled jobs'

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:54:09 +0100

Nearly a quarter of UK engineering graduates are working in non-graduate jobs or unskilled work such as waiting and shop work, a report suggests.

Mothercare set to close 111 stores

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:44:38 +0100

Struggling retailer Mothercare has said it will close another 111 UK stores over the next three years, in a move impacting 730 jobs.

Creating 200,000 new jobs over the next four years

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:02:08 +0100

Boris Johnson’s plan will create almost 200,000 new jobs across London over the next four years, while at the same time providing London with the improvements and investment it needs.

'School work placements boost apprentice success'

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:46:29 +0100

A meaningful work experience placement while still at school is crucial to a successful apprenticeship, says Ofsted.

Manufacturers 'reject school leavers in favour of older workers'

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:58:56 +0100

Almost half of manufacturing businesses are hiring older, experienced workers at the expense of school leavers, further compounding the industry’s skills shortage problem.

Sony to cut 10,000 jobs worldwide

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:51:18 +0100

Iconic electronics giant Sony is expected to shed 10,000 jobs worldwide over the next year as it tries to return to profit.

April 2012 employment law changes: six things employers need to know

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:50:56 +0100

Every April a host of changes are made to employment legislation and 2012 is no exception. This year, important amendments include those relating to tribunal procedures, unfair dismissal and statutory maternity and sick pay. Personnel Today sets out the key reforms that will affect employers.

Job hunting

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:35:55 +0100

Choosing a job

Jobs opportunity for 12,000 unemployed young in Wales

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:55:01 +0100

Young people can apply for work through a £75m Growth Wales project to create 12,000 temporary jobs.

Codemasters to create 100 new jobs in the West Midlands

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:49:22 +0100

A Warwickshire-based games developer has announced it is creating 100 new jobs across the West Midlands.

Intercontinental Hotels to create 3,000 jobs

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:05:22 +0100

Intercontinental hotels, which owns the Holiday Inn and Crown Plaza hotel brands, says it will create 3,000 jobs in the UK.

Pret a Manger sandwich chain to create 550 jobs in UK

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 09:55:57 +0100

The Pret a Manger sandwich chain is creating 550 jobs in the UK this year as the company continues a rapid expansion.

Jobs saved at Game as investment firm moves for stores

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:36:44 +0100

Dozens of jobs are to be saved at struggling retailer Game after its remaining stores in Northern Ireland were bought out.

Nick Clegg launches youth jobs scheme

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:32:56 +0100

Nick Clegg is today launching his £1 billion flagship scheme to get young people into work amid accusations that the Government has been complacent over youth unemployment.

BREAKING NEWS: Clegg announces new jobs at Sunderland plant.

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:26:41 +0100

DEPUTY Prime Minister Nick Clegg is in Sunderland today to help celebrate hundreds of new jobs at a car parts plant.

Barclays survey suggests job creation confidence strong

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:17:18 +0100

Just over half of small businesses are confident of creating jobs in the coming 12 months, a 10 percentage point rise from the 41% confidence recorded this time last year, which overall job creation confidence has risen marginally, remaining positive.

Scotland’s renewable energy supports 11,000 jobs, more to come

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:15:33 +0100

A study entitled ‘Delivering the Ambition: employment in renewable energy in Scotland’ from industry body Scottish Renewables shows that the sector already employ’s 11,000 people, with “thousands” more jobs in prospect.

What questions to ask at the end of your interview

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 13:00:59 +0100

Job hunters are always being told to ask one or two killer questions in an interview. But what will impress an employer - and what will undo your good work.

Scottish government funding for youth unemployment priority areas

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:26:22 +0100

Six local authorities facing "particular challenges" with youth unemployment are to share £9m to create work opportunities.

HMS Vengeance: £350m sub refit 'to secure 2,000 jobs'

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:17:55 +0100

A £350m contract to refit and refuel a Royal Navy nuclear missile submarine will safeguard up to 2,000 UK jobs, the defence secretary is to announce.

10 Myths About Job Hunting During a Recession

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:12:54 +0100

It’s easy to get yourself down and believe some of the myths swirling around about looking for a job during a recession. As gloomy as it feels, jobs do still exist. Let’s debunk some of the most common myths about recession job hunting.

P&O Ferries fears job losses after new pollution rules

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:04:09 +0100

Ferry company P&O has warned that job losses are "inevitable" if it has to switch to a different type of fuel under new government measures.

Thousands face axe as Game goes into meltdown

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 11:22:04 +0100

UP to 6,000 staff face the chop at GAME GROUP after bosses finally pulled the plug on the high street chain yesterday.

Yahoo to cut more jobs, report says

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 11:13:54 +0100

Internet giant struggling to keep up with rivals Google and Facebook in advertising

Budget 2012: Nasty borrowing figures set backdrop for Chancellor

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 11:25:32 +0100

An ugly set of February borrowing figures set a weaker-than-expected backdrop for today's Budget, as the slowing economy pushed tax receipts down and benefit payouts higher.

Minimum wages increases but UK families still feel the pinch

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 11:08:30 +0100

The government has recently announced plans to increase the minimum wage. However, this increase will only apply to young adults aged over 21.

Jobs for workers with no qualifications disappear but computer skills are now essential

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 11:31:38 +0100

UK plc is closing the employment door on workers with no qualifications, but welcomes those with computer skills, research has found.

How can I get into IT with no experience?

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 11:25:07 +0100

The question: How can I get into IT with no experience?

Banks 'set to cut more jobs'

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:37:54 +0100

Further job losses in the banking sector are on the way, a report said today, after the eurozone debt crisis, compensation costs and higher taxes slashed the combined profits of the UK's five biggest banks.

Demand for Olympic jobs soars as Britons look to cash in on the 2012 Games

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:19:46 +0100

Demand for Olympic jobs has risen by 300% in recent weeks as Britons look to be part of the 2012 Games and boost their earnings along the way, according to job search engine Adzuna.co.uk. The average salary for jobs at the 2012 Olympics games is £27,248, 13% higher than the national average salary of £24,180.

Employers counting the cost of recession redundancies

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 12:06:35 +0100

Redundancies made since the start of the recession have resulted in a cost of £28.6 billion to employers, according to the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).

Ed Miliband pledging 'real jobs guarantee'

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 12:02:08 +0100

Labour leader Ed Miliband is giving a speech in which he will say his party would guarantee a job to unemployed young people, if they came to power.

Good news on private sector jobs

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:37:45 +0100

The number of jobs created by private sector companies has outstripped the number of jobs lost in the public sector for the first time in a year, suggesting that the long-awaited economic recovery is slowly taking off.

Positive news for the job market as salaries and job opportunities rise

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:32:12 +0100

With news emerging that job opportunities are on the increase, there’s never been a better time to focus on finding and landing your perfect job with Jobs Today.

Jaguar Land Rover creates 1,000 new jobs

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:23:45 +0100

Jaguar Land Rover is to create 1,000 jobs at its factory on Merseyside to support "significant demand" for some of its models, the company announced today.

UK jobless total remains flat

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:11:08 +0100

The UK labour market showed further signs of brightening as unemployment remained stable at 2.67m in the three months to January and public sector job losses slowed.

The Secrets To A Successful Job Search

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 11:32:45 +0100

You might be finding that one of the most frustrating parts of a career change is finding the right opportunity.

Preparing for a Telephone Interview

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 11:13:51 +0100

Companies often prefer to conduct telephone (screening) interviews before inviting candidates to their offices for a face-to-face interview.

5 Cool Weekend Jobs to Earn Extra Cash

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 11:48:01 +0100

Tough times and need of extra cash sometimes push us to pick any second job. So what are the different types of cool weekend jobs to consider? Utilize your off days like Saturdays and Sundays to open new doors for earning some additional income.

Fun Jobs That Pay Well

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 11:41:22 +0100

You may be a student or have just finished your graduation, and want to look for fun jobs that pay well. Whatever be the case, you can now find various types of jobs that offer a good salary along with great job satisfaction.

7 Key Tips to Boost Your Chances of Getting a Job

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 11:40:26 +0100

Getting a job in today's economy is no easy challenge. You may not be able to land a job even after weeks or months of job search. This is because most of the jobseekers are using specific strategies to stay ahead in the competition. If you don’t want to be left behind in the race, you too need to have an action-plan ready with you. The more time it takes to look for a job, the more frustrated you can become. So, you need to act now!

Building Jobs - Tips for Building in Construction Job Opportunities

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 11:33:33 +0100

Building jobs are among the most in demand jobs now in cities where extensive construction of buildings, houses, and commercial spaces are done. There are several types of building jobs which construction workers can apply for given that they are physically fit and able to carry heavy objects and operate special building equipment used for construction.

Check4jobs

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:13:40 +0100

Check4jobs.com the UK job search engine is very pleased to announce that Keith Robinson have been invited to join the board.

Tesco plans to create 20,000 UK jobs over two years

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 11:39:06 +0100

Tesco is to create 20,000 jobs in the UK over two years by improving stores and opening new ones, it has announced.

GRADUATE ADVICE - GET CONNECTED

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 11:28:34 +0100

Social media might be the new way of doing everything. From facebook to youtube and the music industry to job hunting, the way we make connections is changing. Used properly, this means employers can see the real you like never before, but with any new technology there are new rules and it's not alwasy easy learning what they are.

New jobs boost hopes of labour market revival

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:44:41 +0100

The creation of 2,000 jobs at Nissan and its suppliers, on top of Tesco’s announcement of plans to take on 20,000 store staff over the next two years, underline tentative hopes of a spring revival in the labour market.

A third of graduates take low skilled jobs

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:28:49 +0100

More than a third of recent university graduates are being forced to take low-skilled jobs such as machine operators, postal workers, or cleaners due to the lack of available positions in the job market.

UK unemployment increases to 2.685m

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:16:58 +0100

Official figures show that unemployment in the UK rose by 118,000 in the three months to November to 2.685 million.

What do employers want?

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:03:51 +0100

Graduate employers recruit motivated applicants who have relevant skills and the capacity to ‘fit in’. Many also require a good degree.

Careers For People Who Like To Talk

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 11:26:08 +0100

If you are interested in careers for people who like to talk then you need to realize that these jobs require certain specific skills as well as a solid education. While the ability to talk well is definitely an added advantage, these sorts of careers are not just about talking.

Careers for people who like to help people

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 11:17:58 +0100

There is a wide range of jobs for people who like to help people, where you have the opportunity to work with a wide diversity of people. You will need compassion, selflessness and a strong willingness to dedicate your career in the service of your fellow man.

Skilled migrants will have to earn £35,000 to settle in the UK

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:05:04 +0100

Migrant workers will only be allowed to settle in the UK if they earn at least £35,000, under government plans to ensure that only the "brightest and best" can reside permanently in the country.

Increase in use of employee assistance programmes

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 12:13:45 +0100

A larger percentage of the workforce is accessing employee assistance programmes (EAPs) than they were four years ago, according to consultancy Right Management.

Number of IT jobseekers falls in December according to Check4Jobs

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:16:24 +0100

Despite a raise in all other sectors, the number of IT job seekers registering on Check4Jobs fell in December.