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Petrol and diesel price rises push UK inflation higher
Summer holidays and disruption to global oil supplies by the Middle East conflict stoked price growth.
- 9/16/2026
OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but should trust AI firms
Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.
- 9/16/2026
New job? Here's how we survived the first few days
Four recent job starters share their tips on what helped them have a smooth transition and survive their first few days.
- 9/16/2026
Complaints to watchdog about water firms soar
Many complaints were about affordability, after customers saw steep hikes to bills.
- 9/16/2026
Why doomsday warnings are not the only threat to the AI juggernaut
The global AI race is being hit by very localised political and environmental concerns
- 9/15/2026
The extreme engineering of aircraft windows
Few companies have the technology to make aircraft windows which are getting harder to make.
- 9/15/2026
How rising bond yields impact American consumers
The BBC’s Samira Hussain explains why some could see increased interest rates for mortgages and business loans.
- 9/16/2026
Do you feel guilty when calling in sick at work? This might be why...
As many as half of people report working when sick. The reasons for this are complex, experts say.
- 9/15/2026
Third Heathrow runway should only go ahead if airlines pay for cleaner flying, say advisers
The government's climate advisers say Heathrow's third runway cannot be approved under current climate policies.
- 9/16/2026
UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada
Supporters of the scheme say the bank would enable governments to get cheaper loans to spend on defence projects.
- 9/15/2026
AI app ads promoting 'objectification of women' banned by watchdog
The ad regulator said it had "zero-tolerance" for ads promoting AI tools that could sexualise or objectify women.
- 9/15/2026
US borrowing costs hit highest level since 2007
The effective interest rate on US government bonds over 10 years, known as the 10-year Treasury yield, has risen as high as 5.04% but has eased back since.
- 9/15/2026
State pension likely to top £13,000 a year as UK wage growth slows to 3.9%
The rise has reignited the debate about the state pension's long-term affordability and generational fairness.
- 9/15/2026
Trump says AI safety fears a 'hoax' as he rejects calls for greater safeguards
The US president's comments come after Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark told the BBC an AI "kill switch" may need to be mandatory.
- 9/15/2026
AI 'kill switch' may need to be mandatory, Anthropic co-founder tells BBC
US President Donald Trump dismisses calls to slow the development of AI, saying that claims of it "taking over the World" are a "HOAX".
- 9/15/2026
AI regulation faces political deadlock as calls grow for Congress to act
With Trump opposed and Congress divided, new safety legislation on AI is unlikely to pass anytime soon despite mounting pressure.
- 9/15/2026
I got paid $5,000 to move to a place I'd never heard of
Relocation schemes offer support for people who want to swap big cities for a cheaper, quieter life.
- 9/14/2026
Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age
New rules introduced on Tuesday mean establishments will be able to accept digital ID apps alongside physical documents.
- 9/14/2026
Government set to nationalise troubled steel firm
Production at SSUK sites in South Yorkshire and the West Midlands was paused earlier this year.
- 9/14/2026
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
Prosecco, cakes and beauty products - how to get birthday freebies and why there's a catch
Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday.
- 9/4/2026
Why wait? Business grads buying firms to install themselves as CEO
Impatient to be the boss of an established company they are borrowing money to fund their purchases.
- 9/2/2026
'My parents won't lend me £10k but helped my brother': When families play financial favourites
So-called financial favouritism can cause jealousy and resentment long into adulthood. Here is how experts say you can avoid it
- 8/30/2026
Overcooked? Why robotic pizza makers are failing
A string of failures has sapped confidence that robots will take over production at pizza restaurants.
- 8/27/2026
How Dolly Parton's business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts
While country music and films brought her fame, her entrepreneurial zeal brought her fortune.
- 8/26/2026
Firms scramble for battery power in Spain and Portugal
After last year's massive power failure Spanish and Portuguese firms are buying battery back ups.
- 8/25/2026
Petrol and diesel price rises push UK inflation higher
Summer holidays and disruption to global oil supplies by the Middle East conflict stoked price growth.
- 9/16/2026
Shoplifters carrying shopping lists, says M&S manager
The Marks and Spencer area manager for Shropshire says shoplifting is a "really large issue".
- 9/16/2026
Traffic, tourism and economy among election concerns
Residents and business owners in Onchan discuss key concerns ahead of the House of Keys election.
- 9/16/2026
How rising bond yields impact American consumers
The BBC’s Samira Hussain explains why some could see increased interest rates for mortgages and business loans.
- 9/16/2026
State pension likely to top £13,000 a year as UK wage growth slows to 3.9%
The rise has reignited the debate about the state pension's long-term affordability and generational fairness.
- 9/15/2026
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
The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
- 6/10/2026
How the High Street became a window on our political instability
High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
- 6/7/2026
How rising bond yields impact American consumers
The BBC’s Samira Hussain explains why some could see increased interest rates for mortgages and business loans.
- 9/16/2026
Watch: Three times Trump has promised money to Americans
The BBC's Samira Hussain looks at the president's past claims after he announced he would pay American adults $5,000 if Republicans win in the midterm elections.
- 9/10/2026
Primark introduces home delivery
Primark has said it plans to launch a home delivery service in Britain, four years after it made its first foray into e-commerce.
- 9/10/2026
Why a famous Montreal sandwich shop has been forced to swap its soda
Schwartz’s, one of Montreal’s most famous delis, has changed suppliers for its black cherry soda.
- 9/6/2026
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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
What to Do When Your Mind Goes Blank in a Virtual Interview
You have prepared your examples, researched the company and rehearsed the questions you expect to hear. Then the interview starts, you are asked something you did not anticipate, and suddenly your mind goes completely blank. It happens to good candidates more often than you might think. The problem is not always a lack of preparation. […]
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- 8/10/2026
How to Navigate the Admissions Landscape for Specialized Postgraduate Sports Degrees
Specialized postgraduate programs in sports management and football business are not closing the door on passionate fans, nor are they looking for analysts who would lose to a Magic 8-Ball in fantasy football. They’re looking for future leaders, and the admissions process reflects that. And potential applicants who meet with the sort of panel we […]
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- 8/3/2026
From Coursework to Cover Letter: Turning Academic Writing Skills Into Interview Wins
Students often see their academic work and their job hunt as two entirely separate worlds. Essays and exams belong to university; CVs, cover letters, and interviews belong to the career that comes after. But this is a missed opportunity. The writing skills you develop through coursework are precisely the skills that win job applications and […]
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- 7/29/2026
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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
Recruiters Already Know How to Coach – Could Fitness Be Their Next Career?
Recruitment consultants spend their working week doing something that looks a lot like coaching. They sit across from someone who wants their life to change, ask questions until the actual motivation surfaces, and then hold that person accountable when nerves or inertia set in. Add monthly targets, a pipeline that never fills itself, and the […]
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- 9/10/2026
Recruitment Smarts #1240
From the Editor Recruitment Agency Expo is now inviting speaker applications for our 2027 conference. Each year, thousands of recruitment business owners, directors, leaders and managers come together to explore new ideas, share experiences and discover what’s next for the industry. We’re looking for speakers with real-world experience, practical insight, fresh thinking and stories that […]
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- 9/9/2026
Beyond the CRM: What Recruitment Technology Could Look Like by 2030
Recruitment businesses have more technology than ever, but is it actually making recruiters’ lives easier? In a recent Recruitment Smarts Live, Louise spoke to Jay Slinger, Managing Director of JSBC Labs and My Talent Software, about what recruitment technology could look like by 2030. One of the biggest problems today is the number of disconnected […]
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- 9/8/2026
The Recruitment Rule I’d Break: Winning New Clients is the Biggest Driver of Growth.
This post by Vince Seddon of Simplicity in Business is part of our blog series, “The Recruitment Rule I’d Break”. If there’s one recruitment rule, I’d challenge, it’s the belief that winning more clients is the biggest driver of growth. After more than two decades working alongside recruitment businesses, I’ve seen countless agencies achieve record […]
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- 9/8/2026
Right to Work on 1 October: What 57 Agencies Told Us, and What to do With the Weeks Left
Jack Roberts surveyed 57 UK recruitment and compliance leaders in August. The gap he found runs along firm size, and the firms that closed it did so years ago for reasons that had nothing to do with the Home Office. On 1 October the right to work regime changes shape. Until now the duty to […]
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- 9/7/2026