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Why it's now harder to get a Saturday job

The boss of Next has warned there has been a "dramatic fall" in the number of entry-level job opportunities in the UK.

May 27, 2026

Next boss warns of 'dramatic' fall in entry-level jobs

Lord Wolfson tells the BBC Next now typically receives double the number of applicants for one role than it did two years ago.

May 26, 2026

'I don't think I'll ever be able to retire'

People in their 70s say they cannot afford to quit their jobs, but others say work keeps them young.

May 25, 2026

Australia's unemployment hits 4-1/2 year high, lessens risk of rate rise - Reuters

Australia's unemployment hits 4-1/2 year high, lessens risk of rate rise Reuters

May 21, 2026

Stronger, broader hiring could ease Fed job market worries - Reuters

Stronger, broader hiring could ease Fed job market worries Reuters

April 3, 2026

Newly qualified paramedics told to apply for jobs abroad due to hire freeze

The Welsh Ambulance Service said newly qualified paramedics would not be offered roles this year due to "financial and operational issues".

April 1, 2026

India's young are more educated than ever. So why are so many jobless?

India’s educational enrolment has surged but jobs, especially good ones, are not keeping pace, a new report finds.

March 19, 2026

Nearly a million 16-24 year-olds not working or in education

People at the start of their careers are particularly affected by the UK's weak job market.

February 26, 2026

'It is a catastrophe' - the man battling to stem rising youth unemployment

Alan Milburn returns to his hometown of Newcastle as he undertakes a review into the growing numbers of young people out of work.

February 22, 2026