Christmas postal strikes are looming as the Communication Workers Union accuses Royal Mail of ‘gross mismanagement’. It was announced on Wednesday that talks would continue to avert proposed industrial action, which is scheduled to begin on November 24. The privatised service is offering a 9 per cent pay increase over …
Read More »Talks continue in bid to avoid strike at Royal Mail in run up to Christmas
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Talks aimed at resolving a long-running row at Royal Mail over pay, jobs and conditions are continuing to allow more time for a …
Read More »Talks continue in bid to avoid strike at Royal Mail in run up to Christmas
T alks aimed at resolving a long-running row at Royal Mail over pay, jobs and conditions are continuing to allow more time for a deal, it was announced on Wednesday. Members of the Communication Workers Union (CWU) have taken strike action in recent months and are due to walk out …
Read More »UK’s Royal Mail and trade union extend talks aimed at averting strikes
The CWU, which represents more than 115,000 postal workers at Royal Mail, has said workers will strike on Nov. 24 and Nov. 25, the bargain shopping day known as Black Friday, as well as on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. The two sides began talks last week aimed at resolving …
Read More »Christmas 2022: 11 companies hiring for seasonal roles including Amazon
With Christmas just around the corner, many businesses are looking ahead to the most wonderful – and busiest – time of the year by hiring thousands of seasonal workers this month. And Glassdoor data shows it’s not just the recruiters who are busy. If you’re part of the autumn job-seeker …
Read More »Christmas 2022: 11 companies hiring for seasonal roles including Amazon
With Christmas just around the corner, many businesses are looking ahead to the most wonderful – and busiest – time of the year by hiring thousands of seasonal workers this month. And Glassdoor data shows it’s not just the recruiters who are busy. If you’re part of the autumn job-seeker …
Read More »5 tips to boost your Black Friday SEO
Black Friday is coming around again and your SEO in the run-up and on the day is crucial for sales. This year, Black Friday falls on November 25 with Cyber Monday on November 28. In 2022, UK Black Friday sales are expected to drop by £850m, down 18 per cent …
Read More »Eastwood High: Pupils given insight into digital careers
Pupils at an East Renfrewshire secondary were given an insight into working in the world of digital last week. Leading digital transformation consultancy Equator visited Eastwood High School, in Newton Mearns, on Wednesday, November 9. The visit was part of BIMA Digital Day, which takes place each November and gives 11 to …
Read More »Furness Bach Choir to perform ‘Sacred and Profane’ concert
TICKETS to watch Furness Bach Choir perform its ‘Sacred and Profane’ concert are now on sale. On Saturday, December 3, Furness Bach Choir, under their dynamic young conductor Alexander Robinson, will be performing works by Monteverdi, Zelenka and other composers. A spokeswoman for the choir said: “Come and hear the …
Read More »DHL Supply Chain Invests £85.5m in Australia warehouse robotics
15 November 2022 Transport / Logistics Services DHL Supply Chain has announced it is to invest AUD $150 million (£85.5m) in warehouse robotics in its Australian operations. The warehousing and logistics company will put 1,000 robots into operation by 2025. At the same time DHL Supply Chain will also grow its …
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