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The UK government is being urged to establish a national occupational health system funded by a levy on large employers to address rising work-related ill-health and economic inactivity, with proposals supported by Labour, unions, and think tanks. The initiative aims to improve workforce health and productivity.
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The UK government has confirmed that employment tribunal claims will remain free, reversing previous proposals to reintroduce fees. Justice Secretary David Lammy emphasized the importance of access to justice, following union opposition and past court rulings that deemed fees unlawful. The move aims to support workers' rights and reduce court backlogs.
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Recent data shows signs of stabilisation in the UK and Hong Kong labour markets, with slight increases in unemployment and slowing wage growth. Both regions face economic uncertainties, but some indicators suggest a potential easing of job market declines. The UK’s unemployment rose to 4.8%, while Hong Kong’s rate reached 3.7%. Wage growth is slowing, and vacancies are decreasing, but payrolls are stabilising.
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Recent reports highlight a rising youth unemployment and health-related work inactivity crisis in the UK. Over 2.8 million people are inactive due to health issues, costing the economy billions. Experts call for a shared responsibility approach among employers, government, and workers to address long-term sickness and improve workforce participation.
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Recent data shows nearly 950,000 UK youths aged 16-24 are NEET, the highest since 2014, with rising unemployment and inactivity. The government plans a youth guarantee scheme amid calls for reforms to support young people's employment and education prospects.
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The UK government announced a series of measures in the upcoming budget, including a freeze on rail fares to help households, alongside planned tax increases to address a £20bn fiscal gap. The budget aims to support living standards while managing economic stability amid political pressures.
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Recent articles highlight how AI is increasingly used for app development and content moderation. Non-technical users are building apps with AI tools, while platforms like TikTok are relying more on AI for safety, reducing human moderators. Workers warn of AI's fallibility and ethical concerns.