Economics, government & business

Annual wage growth continues to fall, but not as fast as was expected according to labour market statistics in November 2024.

Direct Line Insurance Group plans to cut 550 jobs worldwide as it faces tough trading conditions, the company has announced.

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The lack of a distinct statutory definition of workplace bullying, and of bespoke protections addressing it must be rectified, argues Thomas Beale.

Lawyers believe the compensation owed to 15,000 Bolt drivers could be worth more than £200 million.

Uncertainty around Budget accelerates long-running negative trend in recruitment activity as businesses put hiring plans on hold.

BT faces additional costs of around £100 million following last week’s Budget announcement by the chancellor.

Asda is cutting 475 jobs at its head offices and ordering staff back to the workplace as it restructures the business.

Nissan is slashing 9,000 jobs globally while its chief executive has taken a 50% pay cut in a bid to curb its losses.

Wages are expected to increase at rates higher than inflation for the first time since before the pandemic, new data finds.

University tuition fees will soar to a record high of £9,535 from the next academic year, announces the government.

‘I share the view that the consultation may fall short in its grasp of the complexities of today’s workforce.’

Food delivery business HelloFresh plans to close one its key UK distribution sites, putting 900 jobs at risk.

Ministers have put forward proposals to prevent employee trusts being used for tax purposes rather than for the benefit of employees.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed there will be a rise in employers’ national insurance contributions to 15%, a lower figure...