OECD and ILO Urge Flexible Training Routes to Ease Europe's Health Worker Shortages
A new guidance note says modular courses, recognition of prior skills and easier entry routes are needed as health systems struggle to fill posts.
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UK Hospitality Employers and Government Pledge 100,000 Jobs for Unemployed Young People
Major hotel, pub and restaurant groups have committed to paid roles, work experience and training for 18 to 24-year-olds over the next three years.
BCG Report Sees Record $1.1 Trillion Banking Revenue Pool as AI Rewrites Back-Office Jobs
Corporate and investment banking revenue is set to hit a record this year, and automation could free up a large share of middle and back office capacity by 2030.
IMF Warns Asia-Pacific Workers Face Skills Gaps as AI Reshapes Hiring
The IMF says AI has cut employer demand in exposed occupations by about 10 percent, but hiring has stabilized as companies seek AI skills.
Covestro to Cut 309 Jobs at Antwerp Chemicals Site Over Global Overcapacity
The German chemicals group plans to close a BPA plant and five of six Makrolon lines in Belgium, putting 260 people out of work as unions warn of a sector crisis.