US Labour Market Holds Firm with 50,000 December Jobs
US hiring remained steady in December with 50,000 new jobs, as economists describe a 'no hire, no fire' phase. The Fed weighs data for its next interest rate decision. Read the full analysis.
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Lesotho garment workers struggle under Trump tariffs
Exclusive report from Maseru: Trump's 2025 tariffs chill Lesotho's economy, causing layoffs and slashing growth forecasts. Women queue daily for scarce factory work as the vital US trade deal hangs in the balance.
Binge BBC's 'Industry' Before Season 4 Premieres January 12
With a 100% Rotten Tomatoes score, the acclaimed BBC drama 'Industry' returns for a fourth season on January 12. Here's why you need to binge the first 24 episodes now.
UK 'Zombie Apocalypse' Warning Over Economy
The Resolution Foundation warns of a 'zombie apocalypse' for low-productivity UK firms in 2026, with rising unemployment and a 'growth crawl' in disposable income. Read the full analysis.
Zombie Firm Collapse to Fuel UK Unemployment in 2026
A 'triple whammy' of rising costs could finish off struggling UK businesses in 2026, leading to higher unemployment but potentially boosting long-term productivity, the Resolution Foundation says.
Military Power Behind Lancashire's Textile Dominance
A new review challenges the UK's traditional narrative of 19th-century industrial success, arguing that British military power, not just machinery, crushed Bengal's textile industry. Read the full analysis.
2026 Economic Outlook: AI, Tariffs and Job Risks
Global growth is set to slow in 2026 as Trump's tariffs hit trade and AI's promise faces a reality check. Explore the five key charts shaping the economic year ahead for the UK and world.
US Economy 2025: The Fragile Boom Under Trump
Donald Trump heralds an economic golden age, but official data reveals a complex 2025 of rising unemployment, stubborn inflation, and volatile growth. Explore the charts.
Retail hiring falls 6% as automation accelerates
UK retail vacancies hit a decade low as automation and rising employment costs reshape the sector. What does this mean for workers and the economy? Explore the data and historical parallels.
Teesside JobsPlus Project Helps Over 270 People Into Work
Stockton's hyperlocal JobsPlus scheme connects residents with employment, offering financial aid and community support. Over 270 have found jobs since summer 2024. Will funding continue?
UK bins 216 million children's clothes each year
A shocking 216 million pieces of children's clothing are thrown away in the UK annually, worn just 20 times on average. Discover the sustainable innovations aiming to tackle this waste crisis.
Govt advisor: Starmer lacks social mobility strategy
The chair of the Social Mobility Commission warns Keir Starmer has no coherent plan to tackle entrenched inequalities, as youth unemployment hits a three-year high. Read the exclusive report.
US inflation rises 2.7% despite Trump's claims
US inflation rose 2.7% in November, contradicting Donald Trump's claim prices were falling 'very fast'. Data was delayed by the longest government shutdown.
Ghost jobs and AI bots: the bleak new reality of UK job hunting
From fake 'ghost job' ads to AI interviewers, the UK job market has become a soul-destroying maze. Discover why even experienced professionals are struggling to be seen by a human.
Youth Unemployment Hits Hardest as Rates Rise
New figures reveal a sharp rise in UK unemployment, with young people aged 16-24 bearing the brunt. We explore the causes and potential solutions with careers expert Shoshanna Davis. Listen to the full Sky News Daily podcast.
US Jobs Data Reveals Volatile Post-Shutdown Labour Market
Delayed US jobs data shows a volatile labour market, with a four-year high unemployment rate of 4.6%. Federal Reserve Chair warns data should be viewed with a 'skeptical eye'. Read the full analysis.
Youth unemployment highest since 2015 as UK jobs market slows
UK unemployment rises to 5.1%, with young workers bearing the brunt. As wage growth softens, the Bank of England faces pressure to cut rates. Read the full analysis.
UK unemployment rate rises to 5.1%, a four-year peak
UK unemployment climbed to 5.1% in the three months to October, the highest rate in four years, as wage growth slowed. Young workers are disproportionately affected. Full analysis.
UK unemployment rises, youth hardest hit
UK unemployment climbs to 5.1% as labour market weakens, with youth unemployment reaching 16%. Wage growth slows amid budget speculation and business costs. Read the latest ONS data.
UK Jobless Rate Hits 5.1% as Labour Market Weakens
UK unemployment rises to a four-year high of 5.1%, with payroll numbers falling sharply. Wage growth slows, increasing pressure on the Bank of England to cut rates. Read the full analysis.
Labour's £820m Plan to Tackle Youth Inactivity Crisis
Pat McFadden unveils a new youth guarantee and apprenticeship funding priority to combat the 50% rise in young people not in work or training. The plan aims to reverse a decade of decline.
Unemployment Data to Test Labour Government
New UK unemployment figures and sticky inflation data will shape the Bank of England's crucial interest rate decision this Thursday. Follow the latest economic snapshot.
Youth Job Scheme 'Self-Defeating' Amid Zero-Hours Crackdown
A new £820m scheme for young unemployed faces criticism for contradicting policies that restrict flexible work. Experts warn it masks a shrinking opportunity landscape.
Why Britain Isn't Working: Mental Health and Benefits Bill Soar
A deep dive into Britain's worklessness crisis, where rising unemployment, mental health struggles, and a £76.8bn benefits bill reveal a nation in distress. Read the full investigation.
Milburn launches review into UK's youth inactivity crisis
Former Health Secretary Alan Milburn launches a major review into rising inactivity among Britain's young people, promising 'uncomfortable truths' and 'radical change' to tackle the issue. Read the full story.
Young people risk benefits in new £820m work scheme
Nearly a million young people on Universal Credit must engage with new intensive support or face sanctions. The £820m plan aims to tackle rising NEET figures. Read the full details.
350,000 new training places for young unemployed
The UK government is offering 350,000 training and job opportunities to young people on Universal Credit, with potential benefit sanctions for non-engagement. This aims to tackle the near-million youth 'Neet' crisis.
Youth on benefits face sanctions in new work scheme
Young people on Universal Credit will be offered jobs in construction and hospitality. Those who refuse could lose benefits. The £820m scheme starts Spring 2026.
Gillian Hopwood, pioneering textile artist, dies at 88
Gillian Hopwood, the influential British textile artist renowned for her vibrant public art installations, has died aged 88. Explore her life and legacy.
Unemployment Rises Every Month Under Labour
UK unemployment has climbed to 5%, rising monthly since Labour took power. Youth and retail sectors are hardest hit. Read our analysis of the policy impact.
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