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BT considers increasing Apprentice numbers

BT, the leading UK telecoms company has received a staggering 100 application forms for each apprentice job vacancy currently available. The response has prompted the company to consider increasing the number of positions it offers to young apprentices. There are three distinct categories open to applicants; customer service, IT and telecommunications. Successful applicants taken on [...]

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Marks & Spencer Appoint New Finance Director

M&S is reacting to the tight financial climate by recruiting a new Finance Director with a proven track record in cost cutting, Alan Stewart. Stewart , who previously held a similar position with retailer WH Smith, will be taking over from the current FD Ian Dyson. The deal has been made sweeter with a reported [...]

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Battle of the Supermarkets Hots Up in Yorkshire

Tesco has long been known for its aggressive expansion plans and appears to fear no rivals. For many retailers, the thought of opening a supermarket within spitting distance of a major Asda store would be enough to give them nightmares. However, this does not appear to be the case with Tesco who have recently applied [...]

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Waitrose Continues with Expansion Plans

Upmarket food retailer Waitrose is continuing with planned expansion plans and is seeking to open a store in Devizes, Wiltshire. This is according to local estate agents, who have received correspondence from the chair, part of the John Lewis Partnership, asking for suggestions on possible sites suitable for a supermarket. Waitrose’s growth plans are impressive, [...]

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Retail Giant Sainsbury’s Consults with Public in Sheffield

Sainsbury’s, the UK’s second largest retailer, is to consult with members of the public this week as it seeks approval for a new 50,000 sq ft supermarket in Sheffield. The retailer wants to build the new store in Wadsley Bridge on an area of derelict land. Anyone interested in attending the consultation to view the [...]

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John Lewis provides Job Boost to people of Croydon

After years of planning, John Lewis is almost ready to open the doors on its latest “at home” store in Croydon. Not only is this a welcome addition to the town in terms of a better shopping experience but it has also boosted employment in the area, with around 200 new jobs being created. The [...]

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Pace of Employment Growth remains Slow but Steady

According to figures provided by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation the total number of new employee appointments grew in June 2010. This growth is on the back of previous growth throughout the year. Engineering and construction appear to be the industries recruiting the highest numbers of staff currently. Despite the growth figures, experts remain cautious [...]

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240 New Jobs Created with Sainsbury’s in Lancashire Town of Colne

The Lancashire town of Colne is celebrating today, as Sainsbury’s opens a major new store in the town today. The store, covering an area of around 46,000sq ft has provided employment opportunities for around 240 individuals which is a welcome boost for the area. Typically, the jobs with Sainsbury’s are wide ranging, from bakers to [...]

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Lidl Set To Open New Store Preston, NW England

The German retailer Lidl seeks to continue its UK expansion with another proposed store in Preston, North West England. Bosses have recently submitted plans to take over an existing building and have promised significant investment in the entire site, including the development of a number of small business units. This will not only encourage shoppers [...]

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Number of Unemployed Graduates Soaring

As the tough economic conditions continue to bite, UK graduates are facing challenging times as they leave university. According to the Higher Education Careers Service Unit, around a third of new graduates are either on the dole or working in low-paid, low skilled jobs just 6 months after leaving higher education. This is an increase [...]

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