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- 4/20/2025
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The key to attracting and retaining top talent in 2025
You might have noticed a shift in the way we talk about work. It’s not just about the salary any more; conversations turn to flexibility, security and a sense of purpose. You hear stories of people leaving stable jobs to pursue something that aligns with their values and employers find themselves struggling to fill vacancies […]
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- 4/24/2025
Reasons to Work with a Recruitment Agency When Searching for Your Next Position
Navigating the job market, whether you are currently employed or returning to work, can often feel like a full-time job in itself. Crafting the perfect CV, scouring job boards, tailoring applications, and preparing for interviews demand significant time and effort. While managing this process independently is certainly possible, partnering with a specialist recruitment agency can […]
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- 4/24/2025
Can I Take My Dog to Dubai from the UK? A Complete Guide
If you’re planning to relocate for a job or travel to Dubai with your furry friend, you may be wondering, “Can I take my dog to Dubai from the UK?” The answer is yes, but the process involves strict regulations to ensure your pet meets all health and safety requirements. This guide covers everything you need […]
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- 4/24/2025
The future of work: Skills that will make you irreplaceable
The world of work is changing at an unprecedented pace. Automation, AI, and general digital transformation are reshaping industries, making some jobs obsolete while simultaneously creating entirely new career paths. According to the World Economic Forum, automation is expected to displace 85 million jobs by 2025 – but it will also create 97 million new […]
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- 4/22/2025
Priority Services for Modern Businesses
In today’s fast-paced business world, organisations must juggle compliance, safety, and digital presence simultaneously. From stringent data protection regulations to occupational hazards and online visibility, modern businesses face a spectrum of challenges that demand professional support. That’s where services like DPO as a Service, confined spaces training, and website maintenance packages come into play—each one […]
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- 4/15/2025
The Ethical Responsibilities of Settlement Agreement Solicitors in Employment Law
If you believe settlement agreement signing requires only a simple click accept process, then you are mistaken. Terms and conditions on apps allow users to bypass them but this contract imposes actual legal ramifications. Settlement agreement solicitors lead the essential task of protecting workers from making unfair compromises of their legal rights through contractual agreements. […]
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- 3/25/2025
Why High Achievers Burn Out and How to Stop It
High achievers are often admired for their relentless drive and dedication, yet these very qualities can make them especially vulnerable to burnout. For job seekers and employees striving for excellence, understanding the roots of burnout – and implementing effective strategies – can be the key to sustaining both career success and personal well-being. One such […]
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- 3/25/2025
How To Return To Work After An Injury
If you’ve had to take time off work as a result of an injury, then the most challenging phase of your recovery might be returning to the workplace. This goes especially if the workplace is where your injury actually occurred, or if your profession involves physical labour which might jeopardise your recovery. So, how do […]
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- 3/25/2025
How to Secure Funding for Business Expansion: Loans, Investors, and Grants
Growing your business requires significant financial investment. Choosing the right funding option will directly impact your ability to invest in growth and capitalise on opportunities, ultimately affecting your long-term success. Each option has inherent risks, benefits, and eligibility criteria that you must evaluate, which we’ll cover in this guide. Understanding Your Funding Needs and […]
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- 3/21/2025
Improving Employee Satisfaction as HR
For HR professionals, cultivating an environment that nurtures its staff rather than exhausting them requires intentional strategies that extend beyond traditional policies. By focusing on effective communication, genuine recognition, and professional growth opportunities, HR can build a workplace culture where employees feel valued, motivated, and inspired. The Importance of Listening: Gathering and Acting on Employee […]
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- 3/21/2025
Warwick University Careers Blog
Gatwick to accept 'stricter limits' on plane noise
Gatwick has responded to the Secretary of State's request for feedback on additional conditions.
- 4/25/2025
Hairdresser fears she could lose home over tax hikes
The British Hair Consortium is calling on Rachel Reeves to cut VAT to 10% in June's spending review.
- 4/25/2025
Why Trump keeps attacking the US central bank
The US central bank is one of Trump's favourite punching bags. But how serious is the threat?
- 4/25/2025
Annual energy bills predicted to fall by £166 in July
The forecast fall in the cost of energy would reverse three consecutive increases in the price cap.
- 4/25/2025
M&S stops online orders and issues refunds after cyber attack
The firm has stopped taking orders on its website and apps, including for food and clothes.
- 4/25/2025
Could South America benefit from Trump's trade tariffs?
Countries in the continent may see exports rise as both the US and China need new suppliers.
- 4/25/2025
Reeves suggests UK trade with EU more important than US
The chancellor indicates that moving closer to the EU on trade is a bigger priority than the US.
- 4/25/2025
Retail sales see biggest rise for nearly four years
Sales rose for the third month in a row in March as warmer weather helped to boost trade.
- 4/25/2025
Water bosses could now face jail for cover-ups
New powers mean law-breaking executives can be sent to prison for up to two years.
- 4/25/2025
Why the Post Office paid £600m to stay shackled to the faulty Horizon system
Not owning crucial code has meant it has been unable to replace the system that led to a scandal.
- 4/25/2025
California passes Japan as fourth largest economy
The US state expresses worries that President Donald Trump's tariffs could stunt future growth.
- 4/25/2025
Company bosses warn over tariffs impact
Several firms have cut their profit forecasts or withdrawn them citing economic uncertainty.
- 4/25/2025
China tells Trump: If you want trade talks, cancel tariffs
China denies any trade talks with the US as it calls for sweeping tariffs to be cancelled.
- 4/24/2025
Tax-free parcels rule used by Shein and Temu under review
Retailers argue that cheap foreign rivals are undercutting business using a tax-free status on small parcels.
- 4/24/2025
Cyber attack causes further chaos for M&S shoppers
Customers have reported problems with click and collect orders as well as card and contactless payments.
- 4/24/2025
Ed Miliband 'considering' regional energy pricing
Ed Miliband says "zonal pricing" or reformed national pricing are the only available options to overhaul the energy market.
- 4/24/2025
Opportunity for big US-China trade deal, says Bessent
The comments from the US Treasury Secretary come as the trade war between the world's two biggest economies has escalated.
- 4/23/2025
Trump crypto soars as president offers dinner to top holders
The meme coin's website says its 220 top investors will be invited to a gala event with the president.
- 4/24/2025
China sends Boeing planes back to US over tariffs
Boeing's boss says it's looking to sell 50 more planes China has on order to other countries.
- 4/23/2025
Pressure builds on UK finances as Reeves pushes for US trade deal
The government borrowed more than expected last year, placing more pressure on the public finances ahead of the full impact of US tariffs.
- 4/23/2025
Minister pledges 10,000 extra driving tests a month to clear backlog
Transport secretary Heidi Alexander said the government would provide at least 10,000 extra driving tests a month.
- 4/23/2025
Musk to reduce Doge role after Tesla profits plunge
The tech boss says he intends to spend only one to two days a week on Trump administration matters.
- 4/23/2025
Apple and Meta attack 'unfair' €700m EU fines
The tech giants have reacted with fury, accusing the EU of unfairly pursuing US companies.
- 4/23/2025
Who will win the race to develop a humanoid robot?
Humanoid robots are attracting a lot of investment but will China dominate the industry?
- 4/24/2025
China has halted rare earth exports, can Australia step up?
Australia has proposed to create a strategic reserve of critical minerals.
- 4/25/2025
The record-breaking tunnel being built from Denmark to Germany
The rail and road link will slash journey times between much of Scandinavia and continental Europe.
- 4/22/2025
Five ways for first-time buyers to get on the housing ladder
Mortgage experts share their tips for anyone starting out on the journey to owning their own home.
- 4/21/2025
Firms say Meta not helping them to recover hacked accounts
Businesses around the world say they are unable to get back into their Facebook and Instagram pages.
- 4/16/2025
Why China curbing rare earth exports is a blow to the US
As the trade war continues to escalate, China has hit back at Trump by suspending exports of rare earth minerals.
- 4/17/2025
Finland's bid to win Europe's start-up crown
Helsinki wants to become a top European start-up hub, but can it challenge London and Stockholm?
- 4/14/2025
Was China the reason Guyana faced higher Trump tariff?
A Guyanese political commentator says Washington objects to Beijing's "very strong foothold" in the country.
- 4/14/2025
Do we need cocoa-free chocolate and is it nice?
Cocoa prices are soaring so new chocolate firms are looking at an alternative ingredient.
- 4/10/2025
The plans to put data centres in orbit and on the Moon
Proponents say space-based data centres will be more secure, but sceptics say big hurdles remain.
- 4/9/2025
The Canadians and Danes boycotting American products
As anger grows over Trump's tariffs, apps and social media groups are helping people avoid US goods.
- 4/8/2025
A revolution is under way in India's trainer industry
India wants to boost the domestic trainer industry but will small domestic makers suffer?
- 4/8/2025
Inflation falls to 2.3% in Jersey
The latest inflation figures from Statistics Jersey show prices rose by 2.3% in the last quarter.
- 4/25/2025
Annual energy bills predicted to fall by £166 in July
The forecast fall in the cost of energy would reverse three consecutive increases in the price cap.
- 4/25/2025
Mum's pop-up shop aims to make prom affordable
Julie Sarahs decided to take action after her daughter's prom was cancelled twice.
- 4/25/2025
Struggling food bank to limit people to one bag
St Mary's Church in Darlington says its food bank service costs £200 per week and faces closure.
- 4/25/2025
'We have had children hurt because of no carpets'
A Halifax charity says it has fitted carpets to more than 400 homes to help struggling families.
- 4/24/2025
The curious case of why a billionaire wants to buy Royal Mail
From the end of April, the 500-year-old Royal Mail will be controlled by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky who co-owns a football club - but why does he want it?
- 4/13/2025
Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy
What made the US step back from the system that it profited handsomely from for decades?
- 4/5/2025
Starmer's response to Trump tariffs is both to slow down and go faster
What's happening in Whitehall to try to limit the harm to the UK, perhaps by making a deal with the US, and make the most of any opportunities?
- 4/5/2025
David Dimbleby: I thought the free market was with us forever - then Trump came along
Why the reign of the free market is facing its biggest ever challenge
- 3/28/2025
Rachel Reeves is feeling the heat ahead of her Spring Statement
The Chancellor hints at a more guarded approach amid global uncertainty - and issues a warning ahead of her announcements.
- 3/22/2025
Reeves: There is a deal to be done with the US
Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks to the BBC ahead of talks with her US counterpart in Washington on Friday.
- 4/25/2025
Watch: BBC joins retirees aboard China's 'silver trains' that aim to boost economy
China is encouraging it's retirees to spend their savings on fun initiatives to help boost its economy, as the country's trade war with the US rages on.
- 4/17/2025
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The Careers Blog has moved and has a fresh look! It still exists to provide you with guidance and information on all things careers, with useful articles covering the whole job application journey, from CV writing to succeeding in interviews and accepting an offer, as well as current job market information, work experience intel, information … Continue reading
- 4/16/2025
What can you do if you change your mind about accepting a job offer?
Getting multiple job offers is a common student experience. What can you do if you start to feel you've accepted the wrong one? Continue reading
- 2/19/2025
What you can do if your job applications are being rejected
It's very easy to become demotivated and stop applying, but what can you do if your applications keep being rejected? Continue reading
- 2/12/2025
Why a positive attitude is so important in the workplace
Why is attitude so important for employers? And how can it help you to develop a professional reputation at work? Continue reading
- 2/5/2025
How to succeed in psychometric tests
How to succeed in one of the initial stages of the graduate recruitment process Continue reading
- 1/29/2025
How to prepare for a non-academic career
A PhD is highly valued by non-academic employers. But how do you make transition to industry after your research? Continue reading
- 1/22/2025
Getting the most from your careers team as an international student
If you are an international student looking for employment in the UK, find out more about the new Student Circus platform - as well as the other services and resources available to you Continue reading
- 1/15/2025
What makes a successful interview in 2025?
Start the new year career planning with this guide to succeeding in graduate interviews Continue reading
- 1/8/2025
How to take care of your mental health at university
University can be a life changing but challenging experience. How can you maintain good mental health during your studies?. Continue reading
- 12/4/2024
How to make career decisions, tips for first years
A degree will create so many career options, how do you make a decision? Continue reading
- 11/27/2024