Australia’s Aukus funding will help create more than 1,000 new jobs in Derby in the United Kingdom, according to the beneficiary, Rolls-Royce. The project – which is jointly funded by the UK’s Ministry of Defence – is also expected to see the construction of new office space in addition to manufacturing facilities. The Australian government...
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UK’s Sunak to unveil $252m investment in nuclear deterrent, nuclear energy
UK leader says investment is vital in ‘more dangerous and contested world.’ United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to announce plans to invest 200 million pounds ($252m) in the country’s nuclear deterrent and civil nuclear industry. Sunak will on Monday announce a “national endeavour” to secure the future of the nuclear submarine-building and...
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National endeavour launched as UK outlines commitment to nuclear deterrent
The approach to investing in and maintaining the UK’s nuclear deterrent has been unveiled by Defence Secretary Grant Shapps for the first time today. The Defence Nuclear Command Paper has been published today following the Prime Minister declaring a ‘national endeavour’ to secure the future of the UK’s thriving defence nuclear industry and backed by...
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PM announces national endeavour to strengthen the UK’s nuclear deterrent
Prime Minister to announce public and private investment to reinforce the nuclear workforce and support 40,000 expected new jobs Government will commit more than £200m over the next decade to ensure Barrow thrives as the home of UK nuclear submarine-building Defence Secretary will publish flagship Defence Nuclear Enterprise Command Paper later today to set out full...
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UK firm appointed to build Australian AUKUS submarines
British firm BAE Systems will partner with ASC Pty Ltd to build Australia’s nuclear-powered submarines, in a major moment for the AUKUS programme. Meeting in Australia, Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles, and US Ambassador to Australia, Caroline Kennedy, welcomed the partnership. The submarine builder deal follows months of negotiations and...
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Revealed: the best (and worst) paid places to work in Britain
Choosing a job doesn’t have to be all about making money. Some people prioritise doing something they love, feeling a sense of purpose, a healthy work-life balance or spending time with like-minded people. But let’s be honest, a decent pay cheque does make a difference. And where you live can determine just how likely you’ll be able to reach...
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Marmite maker Unilever to cut 7,500 jobs
Unilever, the consumer goods firm behind brands including Marmite and Domestos, has revealed plans to cut 7,500 jobs across its global operations. The UK-based firm, which employs around 128,000 staff, said the proposed losses would come mainly from office roles as technology advanced. It admitted the UK, where it has 6,000 workers, would be included...
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Visiting UK? Now you can work remotely
The United Kingdom has opened its doors to visitors for remote working. From January 31, 2024, individuals travelling to the UK have been allowed to work remotely while visiting. However, the UK has not yet launched a digital visa. The primary intent of their visit must be that of a visitor (be it a vacation,...
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The sickly seaside town that turned its back on work
Baroness Grey-Thompson also believes society has written off many disabled people unfairly. She believes many want to, and can, work. Ableism is rife, she claims, adding that she has also felt patronised in the past by people who believe they know best. “Disabled people are ignored – they are 20pc of the population. But it...
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Revealed: The Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just Eat ‘backdoor’ to UK illegal migration
Thousands of Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just Eat delivery rider accounts are being traded for use by illegal workers through a growing online black market, an i investigation has uncovered. More than 100,000 people have subscribed to Facebook groups where they can rent, buy or sell profiles on delivery apps in the past three years,...