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Since the late 1990s, debates around whether skilled immigrants, including Indians, take local jobs have surfaced in several Western countries. From doctors and engineers to scientists and software professionals, some of India's brightest minds have immigrated in search of higher pay and better opportunities.While people in India debated the then-emerging concept of "brain drain," anti-immigration groups and politicians in some countries began opposing the influx of Indians into various professional sectors.More than 25 years later, the debate continues to make headlines. With the rise of the Internet, people have become increasingly vocal about their opinions, often expressing them without filters and influencing like-minded individuals.The result has been social friction, online and offline hostility towards Indians, discrimination against South Asians, and debates around stricter visa policies. ...

Chattanooga Times Free Press homepage screenshot on 4 August 2026. Picture: Press Gazette screenshot Walmart’s gaming outlet Restart has laid off its five-strong editorial team around 18 months after launch while Good Housekeeping is reported to have undergone a “small round” of layoffs. The Chattanooga Times Free Press laid off 50 staff including editors and reporters after the paper’s ownership changed hands. Buzzfeed is cutting one-third of its staff after the company’s takeover by businessman Byron Allen. It follows GB News also proposing to cut around one-third of staff after developing “groundbreaking” automated workflows. The Associated Press has reduced its editorial staff by 60 people through a mixture of voluntary buyouts and layoffs. The BBC has told staff it plans to cut about 2,000 jobs, equating to around one in ten staff members. CBS News previously said it would...

The plans, outlined by the Cabinet Office last Wednesday, are well-intentioned and could help the government achieve its aims of stimulating growth across the UK, according to Dr Totis Kotsonis of Pinsent Masons, but the public procurement and international trade expert said government departments will need to take care to formulate their procurements reflecting the new “social value model” in a way that accords with the UK’s international commitments. The new rules, earmarked to take effect from 1 January 2027, are detailed in a new procurement policy note (PPN) (6-page / 141KB PDF) and will apply to certain procurements run by central government departments, their executive agencies and non-departmental public bodies – specifically, where the total contract value is £1 million or more and the procurement has been commenced under the Procurement Act 2023. Under the changes, the procuring authorities would have to select one of just two “delivery outcomes” set out in the PPN – down from eight under the previous...

Up to 25 jobs are set to be created after a major offshore wind contract was awarded.ScottishPower Renewables has awarded a contract to RES to deliver the Safety from the System and Operational Control services for the East Anglia TWO windfarm, supporting 25 specialist roles in the Lowestoft and Ipswich areas.RES plans to recruit a dedicated high-voltage operations team for the project, which is expected to begin in 2027.Simon Deacon, regional O&M director for northern Europe and global offshore director at RES, said: "Winning this award for East Anglia TWO is exactly the kind of recognition that matters most – not just a contract, but a clear signal that how we manage safety in complex high-voltage environments builds lasting trust."Our people have delivered consistently on East Anglia THREE, and we look forward to carrying the same standards and the same rigour as we grow our East Anglia TWO team and get going from 2027."The "Safety from the System" service ensures...

The implosion of the magnificent tales of Jason Arday, a professor who recently resigned from the University of Cambridge, is currently playing out across social media and headlines. Anyone reading this has no doubt heard at least some of the messy details by now. But because of some of the United Kingdom’s most notorious censorship problems, this story took a long time to see sunlight. Arday is a British academic and, until last week, taught sociology at the University of Cambridge, the youngest Black person ever appointed as professor at the prestigious institution. That was hardly the most interesting thing about Arday, though, according to accounts he gave of his own life story. Arday was diagnosed with autism at three, nonverbal until 11, unable to read until 18, but then overcame these obstacles to obtain his PhD, not to mention his herculean long-distance running achievements and the millions he raised in charity. All of these inspiring tales — like Arday running 30 marathons in...

The ranking is based on graduate outcomes data analysed by the Daily Mail and published alongside its University Guide, in which Herts placed 52nd out of 128 UK institutions. The analysis considers the proportion of graduates entering highly skilled employment, graduate salaries, and whether recent graduates feel their careers are on track to measure the workplace readiness of university leavers. Professor Anthony Woodman, vice-chancellor of the University of Hertfordshire, said: "We're delighted to see our graduates' success recognised in these rankings. "Supporting students to achieve their ambitions and progress into rewarding careers is at the heart of what we do. "The strong result reflects the University of Hertfordshire's longstanding focus on career-focused education, with courses shaped by employer input and enhanced by professional accreditations, industry partnerships and extensive placement opportunities that help students gain real-world experience alongside their studies." The Daily Mail described Herts as "a well-respected, highly ranked modern university" and highlighted ongoing investment...

CLEANER jobs are at risk after supermarket giant Asda announced plans to outsource 3,500 roles.The decision affects staff who will be transferred to third-party providers Bidvest and NIC Cleaning Services.Rachelle Wilkins, organiser for the GMB union, said: "This is detestable behaviour from Asda."Outsourcing companies have a proven track record of slashing pay terms, conditions and even jobs as soon as they have their feet under the table."She added: "Now loyal, hard working cleaning staff will be worried sick about whether their job will still pay the bills or whether the axe will fall on them."The union claims Asda previously ruled out further outsourcing back in April, yet announced the changes in August.Ms Wilkins said: "GMB has called on Asda to halt this process now – at least until the other consultations are finished – and consider what is best for its customers and staff."GMB has warned that outsourcing often leads to reduced pay, poorer working conditions and job losses. Source link...

The BRC says the reforms could cost jobs, while the government says they could deliver wider economic benefits. / Credit: BearFotos via Shutterstock UK retailers have warned that proposed reforms to zero-hours and low-hours contracts could put jobs at risk after government analysis estimated that the measures could cost UK employers up to £2.9bn a year. The British Retail Consortium (BRC) said...

Job hunting? Well, you're in the right place. This piece is where we round up the just-posted, freshly-made available job vacancies in the Teddington area. Don't forget, you can browse hundreds of local jobs on our Teddington jobs page. (Where companies can promote their vacancies for just £75).Facilities Coordinator - Landmark Arts CentreThe Landmark Arts Centre is located on Ferry Road, Teddington (Credit: Tilly O'Brien)The Landmark Arts Centre in Teddington is hiring a Facilities Coordinator and is paying £17,316 per annum (£28,860 FTE).The job description says: "We are looking for a practical and organised Facilities Coordinator to help us look after the Landmark and ensure our Grade II* listed building is safe, well maintained and ready for everything that happens here."This is a varied role combining hands-on work around the building with desk-based administration. You might be setting up a classroom, moving equipment or carrying out a minor repair one moment, and arranging a contractor, checking statutory paperwork or updating...

A UK scaffolding company that was founded in 1964 has gone into administration.Blencowe Scaffolding Ltd is based in three main locations – Salisbury, Basingstoke, and Eastleigh.However, its three bases mean it operates across the south of the UK in the following areas:What happens when a company goes into administration?It says on its website: "We operate within a 60 miles [sic] radius from each of our depots in Salisbury, Basingstoke and Eastleigh."The company, which has been in operation for the last 62 years, created its "specialist scaffold division" in 2014 and its customers are from across the UK and sometimes even from overseas.With more than 100 staff, the family-run business's workforce is at risk following the appointment of administrators this week (August 12).Julie Anne Palmer and Andrew Hook, both of BTG Begbies Traynor, have been appointed administrators, The Gazette reports.Newsquest has approached Blencowe Scaffolding Ltd for comment.The scaffolding firm is not the only company in the construction industry to be appointed...