31 h. ago Environment clean up project targets North Lanarkshire neighbourhoods

The project is being run in partnership with housing services as a trial for two years, with nine new jobs being created to support the work.

Events

4 d. ago Top UK accountancy group to create 200 jobs with push into Scotland

“Businesses want senior access, transparency and a partner that supports rather than absorbs them” – Steven Fraser

Politics

8 d. ago Beyond the negative headlines, some truly good things came out of Cop30

In this week’s newsletter: Ultimately, climate progress will come from real-world action, and this year’s summit made some promising strides on that front• Don’t get Down to Earth delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereSome commentators have called Cop30 a failure. An attempt to insert plans for a route to the phaseout of fossil fuels into the legal text was stymied, consideration of how to improve countries’ emissions-cutting plans was put off till next year, and although developing countries got the tripling of finance for adaptation that they were seeking, it will not be delivered in full until 2035 – and will come out of already promised funds.Look beyond the headlines, however, and the Cop achieved a great deal more. Take the outcome on fossil fuels – it seems absurd, but until 2023 three decades of annual climate summits had failed to address fossil fuels directly.UK can create 5,400 jobs if it stops plastic waste exports, report findsZombie fires: how Arctic wildfires that come...

Politics

1 week ago UK can create 5,400 jobs if it stops plastic waste exports, report finds

Campaigners say closure of loophole making it cheaper to export rather than recycle will boost circular economyThe UK could end its reliance on exporting plastic waste by 2030 to support the creation of 5,400 new jobs and take responsibility for the environmental impact of its waste, according to research.The report said up to 15 new recycling facilities could be built by the end of the decade, attracting more than £800m of private investment. The increase in capacity would help generate almost £900m of economic value every year, providing at least £100m in new tax revenues annually. Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago Lidl confirms new store to open in Greater Manchester town within days

The retailer has confirmed the opening should create up to 40 new jobs

Politics

1 week ago Andy Burnham hails £300m green energy hub and the creation of 700 jobs

Plant will store power generated by wind power to boost the national grid

Economics

1 week ago 'My job is to create a silent narrative': Paul Tazewell reveals the costume secrets of Wicked: For Good

The Oscar-winning designer divulges how he worked with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande for the grand finale — plus the truth between that grey cardigan

Society

2 w. ago Sir Keir Starmer celebrates £4billion deal to supply Indonesia's navy

Led by British defence firm Babcock, the programme will see the two countries jointly develop capability for Indonesia's navy, creating jobs in Rosyth, Bristol and Plymouth.

Economics

2 w. ago Landmark deal could help bring hundreds of Red Arrows assembly jobs to Ayrshire

The GMB Union has signed a landmark deal with Aeralis – the company set to build next generation of Red Arrows – to create 4,000 aerospace jobs.

Economics

2 w. ago Investment in AI to create thousands of new jobs – Government

Ministers said areas to benefit will include Wales, Bristol and London.

Politics

2 w. ago Ministers must consider boldest of steps to save Fife Ethylene Plant at Mossmorran from closure

Oil and gas-related industries are contracting at a rate which far surpasses the creation of jobs in renewable energy and associated low-carbon technologies

Politics

2 w. ago ‘Without our expertise, mistakes get made’: the Cop30 campaign to give workers a voice

In this week’s newsletter: The green transition’s effect on workers is a hot topic, as advocates push for those working at the frontlines to have a say in climate policy• Don’t get Down to Earth delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereWe know that to avert the worst effects of the climate crisis, the world must reshape fundamental aspects of society – from how we eat and move around to how we turn on the lights and build homes. The transformation of energy, manufacturing, construction, agriculture and transport is creating millions of new jobs. But it’s also disrupting old roles in polluting industries.The green transition’s effect on workers around the world is a hot topic at this year’s Cop30 climate conference here in Belém, Brazil. More on what labour and climate justice advocates are demanding, after today’s headlines.$170,000 a minute: why Saudi Arabia is the biggest blocker of climate actionClimate crisis or a warning from God? Iranians desperate for answers as water dries upFlo...

Politics

2 w. ago Castle Water vows to create 2,000 jobs at Thames Water in fresh bid approach

The utility firm has returned with an improved proposal for Thames, which is in advanced talks with creditors and regulators to secure funding.

Politics

3 w. ago Starmer: Nuclear plant and AI growth zone to bring jobs to Wales for decades

The Prime Minister said more than 6,500 jobs would be created in North Wales by the two projects.

Events

3 w. ago Live updates as Keir Starmer visits Anglesey after major nuclear announcement

The UK's first small modular nuclear reactor will be built at Wylfa, creating thousands of jobs

Events

3 w. ago ‘Fashion has the power to create jobs, preserve culture and transform lives’: is Lagos the world’s most exciting fashion week?

Since its inception 15 years ago, the Nigerian event has established itself on the international fashion calendar. Platforming sustainability and social issues, and showcasing local talent, it’s doing things a little differentlyInside a marquee in the grounds of Lagos’s five-star Federal Palace hotel and casino, models wearing sharply tailored suits and flowing woven pieces in earthy tones walk down the catwalk to the beats of Yoruba talking drums, an ancestral instrument that can mimic the sound of speech. The show, presenting the latest collection from the brand Emmy Kasbit – known for transforming handwoven Akwete fabric into modern silhouettes – marked the official start of 2025’s Lagos fashion week, which took place in the former Nigerian capital last month.From a dedicated catwalk space featuring more than 70 designers, to the American singer Ciara closing one of the shows wearing a gele – a traditional Nigerian head wrap – the showcase, which takes place every October, has co...

Society

3 w. ago It is time for Labour to get a grip and stop this juvenile leadership farce

Editorial: Not a single job would be created, asylum hotel closed or pound knocked off the national debt by ousting Keir Starmer – it is time for the Labour Party to act like adults if it is to stop Nigel Farage from marching into No 10

Politics

3 w. ago Wes Streeting says ‘I’m not running a job creation scheme’ as he cuts 18,000 NHS jobs

Major NHS restructure explained as Health Secretary Wes Streeting scraps NHS England and merges back office functions into his government department

Politics

3 w. ago Andrew to close business behind platform which helps entrepreneurs

The former prince claimed it had seen 3,000 jobs created.

Politics

3 w. ago How Scotland's forests can deliver future prosperity with higher wages, affordable homes and more

Planting more trees and using the wood to build energy-efficient homes would help tackle climate change and the biodiversity crisis, while creating jobs and wealth

Society