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July 1, 2025
Over 600 jobs at risk after State Oil enters administration

UK oil refinery collapse: Over 600 jobs at risk after State Oil enters administration

UK oil refinery collapse: Over 600 jobs at risk after State Oil enters administration. State Oil, the owner of the Lindsey oil refinery in North Lincolnshire via its subsidiary Prax Group, officially appointed administrators on Monday.
June 30, 2025
Healthcare Workers in High Demand

UK Job Market 2025: Healthcare Workers in High Demand

Healthcare support workers top UK job demand in June 2025 as salaries rise and private sector activity picks up, according to new Adzuna research.
June 27, 2025
Government launches assistive AI pilot to support SEND pupils and teachers

Tech breakthrough in classrooms: Government launches assistive AI pilot to support SEND pupils and teachers

Government launches £1.7m assistive tech pilot in 4,000 schools to support SEND pupils and free up teachers’ time with lending libraries.
June 26, 2025
Mass job cuts loom as National Insurance hike bites

Mass job cuts loom as National Insurance hike bites

One-third of UK firms are cutting staff following the National Insurance rise, as redundancy levels hit a decade high. Experts warn of deepening economic strain.
June 24, 2025
Amazon to invest £40bn in UK, creating thousands of new jobs for UK workers

Amazon to invest £40bn in UK, creating thousands of new jobs for UK workers

Amazon to invest £40bn in UK, creating thousands of new jobs for UK workers. Amazon has announced to invest £40 billion over the next three years, significantly expanding its footprint
June 23, 2025
1,000 new jobs as supermarket chain accelerates UK store expansion

Aldi hiring surge: 1,000 new jobs as supermarket chain accelerates UK store expansion

Aldi is hiring 1,000 new staff across the UK as it expands its store network. Roles offer top industry pay, paid breaks, and career progression opportunities.
June 19, 2025
UK businesses sleepwalking into demographic time bomb as older workforce

UK businesses sleepwalking into demographic time bomb as older workforce surge looms

UK businesses sleepwalking into demographic time bomb as older workforce surge looms. Number of workers aged 50 and over is set to surpass half of the total workforce by 2030.
June 18, 2025
Birmingham’s bin strike 100 days of filth and frustration

Birmingham’s bin strike: 100 days of filth and frustration

Birmingham’s bin strike: 100 days of filth and frustration. Bin workers in Birmingham have remained on strike, triggering widespread disruption to waste collections
June 17, 2025
UK workers poised to quit jobs due to illness and mental health crisis

Over one million UK workers poised to quit jobs due to illness and mental health crisis, new study reveals

Over one million UK workers may quit due to illness and poor mental health, a new study warns, raising urgent concerns for the nation's economy and wellbeing.
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Disclaimer: To enhance the accuracy and breadth of our coverage, The Workers Union News Service may utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) to augment news and images. While every effort is made to ensure the reliability of the information, please note that the AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be relied on or replace professional advice.

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