#job-losses

#job-losses

We know that, in a world facing ongoing global conflicts and crises, highlighting the challenges of hospitality may seem secondary. But the reality is stark: costs continue to rise while consumers are unable to afford higher prices. Operators are trapped in an unsustainable position, leading to closures, job losses and real risks to one of the UK's most vital industries. Hospitality is not a luxury. It is the UK's third-largest employer and a critical driver of the economy.

New data by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has revealed that convenience stores have slashed 2,000 jobs over the past 12 months.

the funding was a waste of money that could otherwise go towards revitalising America's maritime industry. Thanks to President Trump, we are prioritising real infrastructure improvements over fantasy wind projects that cost much and offer little,

I know what this means to people, I know how this feels, this is a punch in the stomach for every single person that has just heard this news,

EY recorded roughly 51,500 lost car industry jobs in the space of a year, equating to 6.7% of the sector's total workforce. This made up almost half of the 114,000 industrial jobs lost in the same time period. The phenomenon also appears to be accelerating: Since 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic, roughly 112,000 carmaking jobs have been lost in Germany

Washington saw a reduction of 11,300 construction jobs from June 2024 to June 2025, making it the state with the largest losses in that period.

"From young people taking their first step into the world of work to parents and carers returning to the workforce, retail offers opportunities that meet the needs of people in all corners of the country. These increases in employment costs are putting those opportunities at risk."

"Stephen Woodward, 36, pocketed over 1 million from running illegal streaming websites and was sentenced to three years and one month in prison for copyright infringement."

It's of course alarming to see the sustained fall in the number of employees on payroll.

The report warns that proposed Medicaid work requirements could lead to millions losing coverage, significant job losses, and ultimately fail to boost employment.

The University and College Union warns that up to 10,000 academic jobs may be lost this year, amplifying the ongoing financial crisis in higher education.