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We need to prepare young people for the jobs of tomorrow
Economy
By Lord Johnson of Marylebone
We need to prepare young people for the jobs of tomorrow
Recent reviews suggest that the secondary curriculum is not preparing our young people effectively for the jobs of tomorrow. Change is necessary.
The Mel Stride interview: 'In a tight labour market, every worker is really important'
Economy
By Tali Fraser
The Mel Stride interview: "In a tight labour market, every worker is really important"
A core member of the Prime Minister’s leadership campaign, Mel Stride, now Department of Work and Pensions Secretary, tells Tali Fraser about his review into why so many people have dropped out of the workforce – and how to bring them back.

Photography by Louise Haywood-Schiefer
Red Wall seats need help to help themselves through the levelling up agenda
Communities
By Ian Levy MP
Red Wall seats need help to help themselves through the levelling up agenda
The Levelling Up White Paper was published with a great fanfare in February last year and since then we have had two new prime ministers and three new chancellors. MHCLG has become DLUHC and Michael Gove is back at the helm.
The Jonathan Ashworth interview: “We're going to shift power and resources out of Whitehall”
Economy
By Tali Fraser
The Jonathan Ashworth interview: “We're going to shift power and resources out of Whitehall”
Following his keynote speech setting out Labour’s plans for jobs and welfare, Jonathan Ashworth tells Tali Fraser about linking together health and employment services, his childhood experience of benefits and his determination to not become addicted to work.

Photography by Louise Haywood-Schiefer
We cannot afford to lose the British steel industry
Economy
By Stephen Kinnock MP
We cannot afford to lose the British steel industry
The announcement of the likely loss of 440 jobs at Liberty Steel is a devastating blow.
John Spellar MP: Our economy needs the betting and gaming industry Partner content
Economy
By Betting And Gaming Council
John Spellar MP: Our economy needs the betting and gaming industry
The Gambling White Paper is an opportunity to safeguard a £7.1 billion Great British success story.
Sellafield Jobs Map pinpoints the site as an important catalyst for UK economic growth Partner content
Environment
By Sellafield Ltd
Sellafield Jobs Map pinpoints the site as an important catalyst for UK economic growth
This month marked the official unveiling of the Sellafield Jobs Map which brings to life the skills and employment opportunities that are being delivered to drive a safer environment for future generations at the Sellafield site in West Cumbria.
We need a national workforce strategy to boost productivity and spur economic growth
Economy
By Darren Jones MP
We need a national workforce strategy to boost productivity and spur economic growth
With a new Conservative Prime Minister, we will soon discover how far levelling up remains a slogan rather than the co-ordinated and effective range of policies that are necessary to help boost local economies and communities up and down the country.
Chancellor Hails 'Resilience Of UK Economy” Despite Fastest Pay Fall On Record
Economy
Chancellor Hails "Resilience Of UK Economy” Despite Fastest Pay Fall On Record
Nadhim Zahawi has defended new ONS pay and employment figures despite them showing the sharpest real-world drop to the value of wages in light of rising inflation.
Lord Austin: Before ministers publish the Gambling White Paper, they need to consider a few home truths Partner content
Education
By Betting And Gaming Council
Lord Austin: Before ministers publish the Gambling White Paper, they need to consider a few home truths
Every month, some 22.5m adults, almost half the adult population, buys a lottery ticket, visits a casino or bingo hall, plays online or enjoys a flutter on any number of sports. British people like a bet.
The House Magazine and Openreach Announce Political Journalism Fellowship
Education
By House Magazine
The House Magazine and Openreach Announce Political Journalism Fellowship
The House magazine, in partnership with broadband provider Openreach, will be running a paid political journalism fellowship this Summer.
How one former soldier transitioned from the military frontline to the trenches of politics
Defence
By John Johnston
How one former soldier transitioned from the military frontline to the trenches of politics
During 21 years in the army, Scott Awad never expected he would find himself working at the heart of politics.
Allowing asylum seekers the right to work after six months is common-sense
Home affairs
By Baroness Stroud
Allowing asylum seekers the right to work after six months is common-sense
Today, the Nationality and Borders Bill will return to the House of Commons, where MPs will vote yes or no on amendments added in the House of Lords.
British steel is vital for our national security
Defence
By John Healey MP and Roy Rickhuss CBE
British steel is vital for our national security
In the last few months, the world has changed. Putin’s illegal invasion of Ukraine has shifted the European security order in a way that will have wide-ranging implications for generations to come.
Partner content
Economy
By IKEA
IKEA UK proposes to close Tottenham store as part of London transformation plan that will see £1bn invested across the Capital
We must not let P&O Ferries sink our proud maritime heritage
Economy
By Nusrat Ghani MP
We must not let P&O Ferries sink our proud maritime heritage
P&O Ferries has operated passenger vessels in British waters since 1844, it was once an institution of British shipping. At the end of a three-minute video message last Thursday, its once-proud reputation lay in tatters.
Prisoners should be offered apprenticeships while incarcerated to help them gain skills for jobs upon release
Education
By Rob Halfon MP
Prisoners should be offered apprenticeships while incarcerated to help them gain skills for jobs upon release
It is little wonder that reoffending rates are so high in this country – at around 42 per cent – when the odds of finding a job are stacked against prison leavers.
From backing business to cracking down on scams, we're changing banking for good Partner content
Coronavirus
By Anne Boden
From backing business to cracking down on scams, we're changing banking for good
For too long, banks have failed to prioritise their customers. Now, it's time to re-calibrate the banking experience to make it safer, easier and fairer for everyone.
Any genuine attempt to level up Britain must start with levelling up work
Economy
By Frances O'Grady
Any genuine attempt to level up Britain must start with levelling up work
I lost count of how many times the promise to “level up” was repeated during Conservative Party conference. But despite all the hype and sloganeering, Boris Johnson and his government still don’t have a serious plan for raising living standards and tackling inequalities in Britain.
Five years on, 22,000 workers in Britain are at work on Hinkley Point C Partner content
Economy
By EDF
Five years on, 22,000 workers in Britain are at work on Hinkley Point C
From new jobs to investment in British businesses, the benefits of Hinkley Point C are clear to see.
Why New Nuclear Is the Right Choice for Labour Partner content
Economy
By Nuclear Industry Association
Why New Nuclear Is the Right Choice for Labour
Nuclear and the Labour Movement can be powerful allies in the battle to overcome climate change.
Partner content
Transport
By Railway Industry Association
Railway industry publishes new report on the economic value of rail
A new economic report published by independent researchers Oxford Economics shows a UK railway industry powering ahead before the pandemic struck last year.
Betting Industry Backs ‘Plan For Jobs’ With Pledge To Create 5,000 Apprenticeships Partner content
Education
By Betting And Gaming Council
Betting Industry Backs ‘Plan For Jobs’ With Pledge To Create 5,000 Apprenticeships
Betting and gaming firms have pledged to create 5,000 apprenticeships over the next five years.
Local authorities need a greater role to create jobs and training opportunities in their communities
Communities
By Baroness Eaton
Local authorities need a greater role to create jobs and training opportunities in their communities
The Skills and Post-16 Education Bill is an important opportunity to tackle our fragmented employment and skills system. With the right funding and freedoms, local authorities can equip people with the skills they need to succeed.