Skills England has published its first Annual Skills Report since the organisation was established last year, which provides a comprehensive assessment of the country's current and future skills needs. Analysis finds that demand for workers across priority sectors of the economy is expected to … [Read more...]
News for: Employment
CDL named in 2026 Sunday Times Best Places to Work
Stockport-based insurtech, CDL, are delighted to announce that they have been named one of the 2026 Sunday Times Best Places to Work. Compiled by The Times and Sunday Times in partnership with employee experience specialists WorkL For Business, the list is one of the UK’s largest studies of … [Read more...]
Making Tax Digital roll-out sees Azets create 15 jobs in Stockport
Fifteen jobs are being created at the Stockport office of Azets as it becomes a Making Tax Digital hub for businesses and individuals. The UK-wide accountancy and business advisory firm said the roles were needed following the recent implementation of Making Tax Digital (MTD) for income tax by … [Read more...]
SAS Daniels webinar to offer insight on Employment Rights Act changes
Stockport and North West law firm SAS Daniels is supporting businesses across the region and beyond in preparing for the significant changes under the Employment Rights Act 2025, with a dedicated online webinar designed to provide clarity, practical guidance and actionable next steps. The free … [Read more...]
The Growth Company appointed to deliver youth employment programme across Greater Manchester
The Growth Company has been awarded the contract to deliver the government's Jobs Guarantee programme of youth employment support across the 10 boroughs of Greater Manchester. The scheme forms part of work to ensure access to education, training, or employment opportunities. In Greater … [Read more...]
Cornerstone Resources launches Sexual Harassment training
With new legislation meaning organisations must be pro-active in taking steps to reduce the risk of their staff experiencing sexual harassment at work, Stockport-based Cornerstone Resources has launched a range of training offers to support businesses in this area. Since 2023, UK employers have … [Read more...]
Two Stockport businesses shortlisted in 2026 Good Employment Awards
Two Stockport businesses are among those shortlisted in Greater Manchester's 2026 Good Employment Awards, which recognise organisations leading the way with their practices across the city region. Both schoolwear manufacturer, One+All, and life sciences sector supplier, Datesand, are being … [Read more...]
Stockport employers invited to help support more local people into work
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in Stockport is calling on local employers, training providers, and industry experts to help inspire and support local people into employment through its rolling programme of employability workshops. DWP Stockport currently delivers two employability … [Read more...]
UK unemployment rate falls for first time since 2024
The unemployment rate has fallen to 4.9% in the three month period to February 2026, down from 5.2% where it had been predicted to stay. In the North West, the fall was even sharper, with unemployment at 4.6%, down 0.4 percentage points on the previous quarter. However, rather the rate of … [Read more...]
Increased minimum wage rates take effect
Increased rates of the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage have come into force from 1st April 2026. The new rates bring into effect recommendations made by the Low Pay Commission in Autumn 2025, which were accepted in full by Government in November's Budget. New rates, payable from … [Read more...]
Local employers invited to take part in Stockport College awards
Local employers are being invited to join Stockport College in supporting their Partnerships in Excellence awards, and helping shine a spotlight on the work happening across apprenticeships, skills programmes and employer partnerships in the borough. The Trafford & Stockport College Group … [Read more...]
Treasury greenlight for plans to bring 8,800 civil service digital jobs to Greater Manchester
The business case for a new 900,000 sq ft workspace in Manchester has been approved by the Treasury, paving the way to bring 8,800 civil service digital jobs into the city-region. Built on brownfield land in the city centre, the Manchester Digital Campus will bring together staff from multiple … [Read more...]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- …
- 63
- Next Page »