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UK tries to stop Trump's diesel export ban
John Healey said the government is in talks with the US over Donald Trump's threat to stop exports.
- 9/28/2026
What a US diesel export ban could mean for you
The threatened proposal aims to protect US consumers from rising costs, but it could trigger major economic waves if it were to happen.
- 9/28/2026
Aldi boss says some of rivals' loyalty discounts 'dupe' customers
Aldi is the only major supermarket chain that doesn't operate a loyalty scheme, which are hugely popular and used by millions of shoppers.
- 9/28/2026
UK diesel price hits all-time high, the RAC says
The US-Israel war with Iran has caused fuel prices to soar due to disruption of global oil supplies.
- 9/28/2026
What is the Budget and what could be in it?
Chancellor John Healey will set out his plans for UK taxes in October.
- 9/28/2026
Why UK diesel prices have hit an all-time high
The average price of a litre of diesel at the pump stands at 198.32p, according to the RAC motoring body.
- 9/28/2026
Why the PM could finally drop the triple lock pension pledge
Andy Burnham said that he would make tough decisions to fund a new national care service.
- 9/28/2026
Best thing we can offer young people is a job, not benefits, says chancellor
John Healey's speech comes ahead of next month's Budget, as he faces pressure to bring down government borrowing costs.
- 9/28/2026
UK needs plan in case of 'unprecedented' AI job losses, says minister
Kanishka Narayan says one of his top priorities is to have a plan in place if job losses are as bad as some fear.
- 9/28/2026
Apple ordered to pay $5.7bn after losing vibration tech patent suit
Audio firm Taction Technology claimed Apple infringed its patents for tech used to power device vibrations.
- 9/28/2026
Tourism tax needs to be more flexible in Wales, warns expert
Anglesey, Conwy and Gwynedd councils have all put a pause on introducing the nightly tourist tax.
- 9/28/2026
My hometown shows that high streets have to change or die
Aberdeen is launching an ambitious bid to revive its struggling centre. Could it offer lessons for other high streets?
- 9/27/2026
You need £17,000 for a first home - here's how to save it
Here are four ways you can put money aside to save enough for a deposit on your first home.
- 9/28/2026
OpenAI bots meddled with multiple US government agency sites
OpenAI said its bots accessed public data from a range of institutions during test exercises.
- 9/26/2026
Avanti West Coast services to be nationalised from March
The move is part of a plan to improve rail infrastructure, cut train delays and improve experiences for passengers.
- 9/28/2026
Andy Burnham refuses to back third runway at Heathrow
Andy Burnham said he would wait for the results of a consultation on a scheme estimated to cost £33bn
- 9/27/2026
Faisal Islam: The two big decisions the chancellor must make
He must consider the longevity of Iran war economic pressures and how to sustain modest optimism, writes the BBC's Faisal Islam.
- 9/26/2026
Could an iced coffee freeze you out of the job market?
Employees and recruiters weigh into the online debate around interview etiquette.
- 9/26/2026
'We're all broke': Would you chase a friend for £5?
What's the smallest amount of money you would ask a friend to pay you back?
- 9/24/2026
Heathrow Airport warns third runway could be delayed by four years
The UK's busiest airport cautions it may miss the government target of 2035 as ministers say the deadline has "always been ambitious".
- 9/26/2026
Sir David Beckham nets £38.5m after World Cup ad deals
His stake in DRJB Holdings has entitled him to almost half of its £85.5m in dividend payments.
- 9/25/2026
Clubs seek legal advice over Man City charges compensation
Premier League clubs are seeking legal advice as to whether they would have a compensation claim over the Manchester City 115 charges case.
- 9/25/2026
US backs Elon Musk's bid to overturn €120m EU fine against X
The EU had said X "deceives users" by selling blue ticks without "meaningfully verifying" accounts.
- 9/25/2026
Trump and Xi exchange warm words at state dinner but little progress on key issues
Despite diplomatic niceties and gifts, little was shared on substantial issues separating the leaders.
- 9/25/2026
Why Australia chose the world's biggest political stage to reveal OpenAI hack
Australia, which has strict social media restrictions and has proposed controls on algorithms and smart glasses, announced the breach at the UN.
- 9/24/2026
X-planes: Are they needed in the new era of drones?
Where do America's X-plane projects fit in an era of cheap drones?
- 9/24/2026
How the oil capital of the US welcomed a solar power boom
Texas is now the country's biggest producer of solar-farmed electricity.
- 9/23/2026
Spain battles climate change on several fronts
A summer of wildfires and heatwaves underlines the threats to the country's economy.
- 9/22/2026
The virtual worlds where robots are trained
Training systems that allow robots to negotiate the real world are getting more sophisticated.
- 9/17/2026
Would you buy branded clothing from your favourite tech firm?
Nvidia, OpenAI and Anthropic are all now selling their own limited edition fashion lines.
- 9/16/2026
The extreme engineering of aircraft windows
Few companies have the technology to make aircraft windows which are getting harder to make.
- 9/15/2026
Can Europe recharge its battery industry?
Europe has some promising battery tech, but can it make up ground lost to Chinese battery giants?
- 9/10/2026
I asked my husband to pay into my pension when we had a child - here's why
Molly and Taylor Haylett explain the changes to how they managed their finances when they started a family.
- 9/10/2026
Why some experts increasingly fear AI will take over
AI agents went on an uncontrolled hacking spree, leaving some in the industry worried
- 9/9/2026
Should promotion depend on how workers use AI?
More companies are tying career progression to AI use: is that fair?
- 9/8/2026
'Tirana teeth': Albania hopes to be the new Turkey for dental work
The Balkan nation is aiming to become a new centre for medical tourism.
- 9/8/2026
From 'dog fruit' to darling: India's avocado boom
Demand for avocados is booming in India and local growers hope to grab more of the market.
- 9/4/2026
Why UK diesel prices have hit an all-time high
The average price of a litre of diesel at the pump stands at 198.32p, according to the RAC motoring body.
- 9/28/2026
What will the energy cap changes mean for my bills?
The regulator Ofgem says the price cap increases by 4% in October for millions of households.
- 9/28/2026
Four ways to keep your energy bills down
Household energy bills are due to rise again in October but there are ways to keep a lid on your expenditure.
- 9/28/2026
Childminder facing 'severe financial burden' as heating oil costs rise
The war in Iran is having a practical impact on people across the island as energy prices continue to climb.
- 9/28/2026
You need £17,000 for a first home - here's how to save it
Here are four ways you can put money aside to save enough for a deposit on your first home.
- 9/28/2026
My hometown shows that high streets have to change or die
Aberdeen is launching an ambitious bid to revive its struggling centre. Could it offer lessons for other high streets?
- 9/27/2026
Europe's car makers are in crisis. Will the threat of war rescue them?
Auto executives across Europe hope rearmament can help them flex their industrial muscles once more.
- 9/25/2026
Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies – and passengers might have to accept more disruption
Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?
- 9/5/2026
Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters
Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?
- 7/22/2026
Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
- 6/30/2026
How much is in your savings account?
From £65 to $60,000 - we talk savings with people in East London's Brick Lane.
- 9/28/2026
Save or Overpay? What to do with your mortgage if interest rates rise
Save or Overpay? What to do with your mortgage if interest rates rise
- 9/25/2026
What's the smallest amount you'd ask a friend to pay back?
We ask New Yorkers to share the smallest amount they'd ask a friend to pay back.
- 9/25/2026
.Gov Careers
Your CV Can Be Accurate and Still Be Outdated
Your CV/resume can be completely accurate and still be wrong for the market you’re applying into. I see this quite often with experienced professionals who have been with the same company for several years. Their CV reflects what made them successful in that environment. It shows the responsibilities they were given, the language their company […]
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- 9/23/2026
Do You Need Both Level 2 and Level 3 to Work as a Personal Trainer?
If you are planning a move into personal training, Level 2 and Level 3 can look like two separate hurdles. The titles sound similar, yet they prepare you for different roles. That matters if you are changing career, paying for training yourself or trying to work out how soon you can start applying for PT […]
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- 9/16/2026
Careers in Ecommerce Logistics: Skills That Are in High Demand Right Now
Ecommerce logistics offers more entry points than most people expect, from warehouse operations to data and systems roles, and the skills that transfer from adjacent work vary widely depending on which path someone is aiming for. This piece covers the roles a fulfilment operation actually hires for, which qualifications genuinely gate hiring, and what realistic […]
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- 9/16/2026
From First Customers to Market Leader: How Digital Marketing Changes as a Business Grows
Digital marketing is often discussed as though every business should follow the same formula: build a website, publish content, run advertisements, and maintain social media accounts. In reality, the right approach changes considerably as a company develops. A new business may need to establish credibility and find its first customers. A growing company may be […]
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- 9/13/2026
The Role of Maritime Security Jobs in the Shipping Industry
Foremost, security serves to protect ports, vessels and maritime infrastructure from any potential threat. Ranging from protecting all maritime assets to ensuring the safety across all trade routes, the authorities involved are ready to act spontaneously or able to mull over a worsening situation to debate an appropriate response. Governments, international organizations and maritime industry […]
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- 9/9/2026
Measuring Visibility When People Stop Clicking Through
Marketing reporting has always leaned on one convenient fact: a visit is easy to count. Someone arrives, the analytics records it, and the number goes in the report. Everything downstream, from attribution to budget allocation, rests on that. That foundation is eroding. More questions are being answered before anyone reaches a website, in generated summaries […]
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- 9/8/2026
When Does Outsourcing HR Make Sense for a Growing SME?
The increase in scale opens up new opportunities for SMEs but also brings people-management tasks that soon become more complicated. Where a business used to employ just a few individuals, it may now have to manage teams, managers, various work arrangements and employment-related concerns. Recruiting becomes more frequent. Absences require more attention. There is a […]
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- 8/28/2026
Making Your Mark as a Successful Teaching Assistant
It takes a massive team effort to keep a school environment focused, supportive, and productive, and right at the heart of that team are the teaching assistants. Support staff help hold schools together, bridging the gap between a busy teacher’s lesson plan and a pupil who just needs that extra bit of reassurance or guidance. […]
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- 8/24/2026
Are Virtual Internships Worth It? 5 Things That Surprised Recent Graduates
The landscape of early-career work has experienced a massive shift. Not too long ago, securing a meaningful internship meant wearing uncomfortable corporate clothes, enduring a crowded morning train ride, and spending your day in a physical office cubicle. For generations, this face-to-face routine was considered the only valid way to build a professional network and […]
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- 8/21/2026
How to Answer “What Are Your Salary Expectations?” Without Underselling Yourself
Candidates prepare for everything else. The competency examples get rehearsed until they’re smooth, somebody has read the last annual report. Then a recruiter asks what salary they’re after and out comes whatever number surfaces first, which is nearly always their current salary with a bit added on. That number describes your employment history. It says […]
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- 8/17/2026
UK Recruiter Feed
The Recruitment Rule I’d Break: “Once Someone Has Passed Their DBS Check, That Box Is Ticked”
This post by Tim Burchell at UK Private Investigators is part of our blog series, “The Recruitment Rule I’d Break”. The recruitment rule I would break is simple: once someone has passed their DBS check, that box is ticked. It is an understandable shortcut. Recruitment involves deadlines, compliance tasks and pressure to fill roles. But […]
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- 9/24/2026
Recruitment Smarts #1242
From the Editor Applications for speakers for the Recruitment Agency Expo 2027 close next Monday, so this is your final reminder to submit. If you have real‑world experience, practical insight or a story that helps recruitment businesses perform, grow or adapt, now’s the moment to put your session forward. Louise shared this screenshot on LinkedIn […]
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- 9/23/2026
Is Your Recruitment Business Evolving as Fast as It’s Growing?
3R have highlighted one of the biggest challenges facing modern recruitment agencies: keeping operational maturity in step with rapid growth. Their latest piece on SafeRec explores why evolving your processes, compliance posture, and technology stack isn’t optional anymore—it’s the difference between scaling sustainably and storing up risk for later. A sharp, practical read for any […]
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- 9/22/2026
The Recruitment Rule I’d Break: Stop Wearing Every Hat In Your Recruitment Business
This post by Ashley Lyas of Quba Solutions is part of our blog series, “The Recruitment Rule I’d Break”. The recruitment rule I would break is the belief that, when you run a small agency, you should do everything yourself. It is a mindset many recruitment founders adopt out of necessity. You start the business […]
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- 9/21/2026
The Recruitment Rule I’d Break: Growing Agencies Should Build an Internal Operations Team as Soon as They Reach a Certain Size
This post by Kim De’ath of 3R is part of our blog series, “The Recruitment Rule I’d Break”. For many recruitment business owners, it feels like a natural milestone. You’ve hired a few successful recruiters. Contractor numbers are growing. The spreadsheets are becoming harder to manage. Payroll takes longer. Compliance becomes more demanding. So the […]
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- 9/18/2026
Recruitment Smarts #1241
From the Editor Access Amplified AI Award has launched last week. Access has opened entries for the Access Amplified AI Award: Best AI Adoption – Recruitment Consultant, recognising consultants who are using AI to improve efficiency, increase placements and enhance the experience for candidates and clients. The award is open to all consultants, all agencies […]
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- 9/16/2026
Turnover Is Vanity, Profit Is Sanity, Cash Is Reality
Winning more contract business should be good news for a recruitment agency. But if the cash needed to support that growth isn’t properly managed, success can create a serious financial problem. That was one of the key messages from our latest Recruitment Smarts Live conversation with Kim De’ath, Director at 3R. With contract recruitment, agencies […]
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- 9/15/2026
The Recruitment Rule I’d Break: Restrictive Covenants Aren’t Worth the Paper They’re Written On
This post by Barry Cullen of recLAW is part of our blog series, “The Recruitment Rule I’d Break”. Say that in any recruitment office and you’ll get nods around the room. It’s probably the most repeated piece of wisdom in our industry. It’s also wrong often enough to be expensive and it’s the rule I’d […]
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- 9/15/2026
The Real Reason Clients Push Down Recruitment Fees
When a client asks an agency to reduce its fee, it may feel as though the negotiation has only just begun. In reality, the agency may have lost its pricing power weeks earlier. That was one of the key points from our latest Recruitment Smarts Live conversation with Farid Machaoud from Wiggli. If several agencies […]
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- 9/11/2026
The Recruitment Rule I’d Break: If You Rank on Google, You’re Visible
This post by Shazamme is part of our blog series, “The Recruitment Rule I’d Break”. For years, recruitment marketing has revolved around one question: How do we rank on Google? It still matters. Google has not packed up and gone home. But the rule I would break is the assumption that ranking well on Google […]
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- 9/11/2026