The careers and jobs UK News Channel http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news-rss.xml en Copyright (c) 2006 careersandjobsuk.com All rights reserved. http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/templates/images/rss_logo.gif http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/ 144 34 The careers and jobs UK News Channel 30 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/dla-piper-announces-russel-orme-in-new-legal-job-1656.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/dla-piper-announces-russel-orme-in-new-legal-job-1656.html DLA Piper has named Russel Orme in a new legal job at the firm’s Birmingham office.   Orme, who currently heads the Corporate practice, will replace Chris Rawstron as the firm’s managing partner.   Orme will take on his new job in April while still continuing as lead of the Corporate team.  Rawstron will be retiring from the firm will still act as a consultant.   “I have felt very privileged being at the helm of DLA Piper's Birmingham office for the last 11 years,” Rawstron said.   “I am very proud of the success we have achieved locally and the firm's great achievements internationally.   “I am delighted to ... Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/berkshire-jobs-to-gain-from-olympic-station-revamp-1657.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/berkshire-jobs-to-gain-from-olympic-station-revamp-1657.html New Berkshire jobs at Slough station could be created as a result of the Government’s Access for All Programme.   The £370m Access for All Programme was launched in 2006 across England, Scotland and Wales in order to improve stations for their communities.   Some of the money for the programme will be spent on refurbishing specific stations for the London Olympic and Paralympic Games.    Slough station has been named as one of the links fans will be using to travel towards Windsor Royal Station.   Other stations to join Slough on the list will include Wembley Central and Hackney Central. Rail minister Chris Mole said: “The 2012 ... Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/automotive-jobs-boost-at-sunderland-with-nissan-leaf-1658.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/automotive-jobs-boost-at-sunderland-with-nissan-leaf-1658.html Automotive jobs at Sunderland could be enhanced after Nissan announced that the factory will build its new electric car.   The Nissan Leaf, is part of the Japanese firm’s £420m investment in electric vehicles and will see 50,000 built annually at Sunderland.   The Nissan Leaf is a zero emissions electric car and will be the world’s first affordable vehicle of its type.   According to the Guardian, the venture will be backed by a £20.7m government grant and a £197.3m financial package from the European Investment Bank.    Nissan’s Sunderland factory employs over 4,000 people and the newest model to their list will ensure a better Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/fsa-announces-over-400-new-uk-jobs-1660.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/fsa-announces-over-400-new-uk-jobs-1660.html UK jobs are set for a boost after the Financial Services Authority (FSA) announced it will be recruiting an additional 460 staff in 2010.The new workers will help with delivering the intensive regulation of the very biggest companies.Hector Sants, FSA chief executive, explained that the regulatory body's proactive approach to supervision of financial organisations needs "significantly more people than the old reactive model"."If society wants a more proactive approach it must accept that it will have a larger and more expensive regulator," Mr Sants commented.Bill Haynes, chair of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation's Accounting and Financial Services group, said ... Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/new-eco-friendly-hotel-bolsters-uk-jobs-1659.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/new-eco-friendly-hotel-bolsters-uk-jobs-1659.html A new energy-efficient hotel is going to be built at East Midlands Airport and could buoy people looking for UK jobs in the region.John Atkins, managing director of MAG Developments, which is in charge of building the hotel, said that the plans are part of the firm's expansion scheme in the UK."This is the next stage of our hotel development, building on our existing portfolio of over 1,500 beds at our four UK airports and we look forward to delivering this new high-quality, energy-efficient hotel adjacent to the M1 motorway at East Midlands," he said.The new energy-efficient hotel design ... Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/scotland-invests-in-golf-1646.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/scotland-invests-in-golf-1646.html The Scottish golfing industry is to receive a £2 million cash injection from sportscotland. This funding will boost a wide range of golfing-related jobs in Scotland.    Around £1 million will go towards helping amateurs to become tour professionals. Another £1,073,720 will be channelled to the Scottish Golf Union (SGU) and Scottish Ladies Golfing Association (SLGA) in support of coaching and skills development.   Commenting on the scheme, First Minister Alex Salmond said:   "As Scotland gears up to stage five Women's British Open championships over the next decade and host the Ryder Cup in 2014, this investment puts us in a great position to attract ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/retailers-support-scottish-seafood-1647.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/retailers-support-scottish-seafood-1647.html Jobs in Scotland are set to benefit from a new retail initiative, which will see more major supermarket chains supporting the local fishing industry.   Representatives from Aldi, Asda, The Co-Operative, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Tesco, Waitrose, Scottish Retail Consortium and the Scottish Grocers' Federation have all announced plans to stock more Scottish seafood in their stores.   Commenting on the project, Rural affairs secretary Richard Lochhead said:   "I was delighted to hear that so many retailers are reporting strong sales of fish sourced from Scotland. It's clear that there is a real opportunity to build on existing work in terms of being ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/marine-group-funds-job-creation-in-wales-1648.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/marine-group-funds-job-creation-in-wales-1648.html A not-for-profit marine science group hopes to create more jobs in Wales this year by helping small businesses in the industry gain access to funds.   Over the past twelve months, the Bridge Marine Science Group brought more than £400,000 worth of new business to Wales; and the plan is to increase this figure to £1 million by early 2011.   One of the projects that the group has made possible is an education initiative at the Anglesey Sea Zoo. By raising a £1,200 grant, the group helped the sea zoo to teach school children about the importance of marine conservation.   The success of their ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/the-joiners-shop-attracts-jobs-to-the-south-east-1649.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/the-joiners-shop-attracts-jobs-to-the-south-east-1649.html The Joiners Shop in Chatham Historic Dockyard, a 200-year-old building that was restored with £3.3 million from the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA), recently celebrated its first anniversary.    The building has made 80 creative jobs in the South East possible by housing 40 businesses. It is hoped that more enterprises will make this historic building their home.   Commenting on the restoration, SEEDA's development director Lee Amor told Kent Online:   "The creative sector has an important role to play in leading regeneration at Chatham Maritime. It contributes £60 billion to the UK economy and has grown at twice the rate as the average ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/london-ties-with-new-york-as-the-global-financial-hub-1650.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/london-ties-with-new-york-as-the-global-financial-hub-1650.html London has tied with New York as the world’s leading destination for banking and finance jobs, according to a recent survey.   Until now, London has occupied the top spot in The Global Financial Centres report, but the most recent poll saw the City’s rating slide by 14 points to tie with New York.     Commenting on the results, Stuart Fraser, chairman of the policy and resources committee at the City of London told City AM:   “Respondents have assessed the two leading global centres of London and New York as level on ratings for the first time – a fact which bears out our view that ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/management-accountants-are-in-demand-1651.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/management-accountants-are-in-demand-1651.html Those seeking accountancy jobs may be interested to know that London’s Olympics project is looking for accountants with strong commercial skills.   Jean Tomlin, director of HR, London 2012 recently told the Recruiter:   “It is more difficult to source qualified accountants with strong commercial experience that are able to quickly add value in our environment.   “For us we need to source more candidates from a smaller pool of qualified management accountants in the commercial sector.”   What qualifications are required?   Jeremy Chapman, 35, was recently recruited as a senior financial manager at the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) after completing a postgraduate certificate in management accountancy.   Chapman studied ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/new-bursary-scheme-for-arts-graduates-1652.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/new-bursary-scheme-for-arts-graduates-1652.html The British government recently launched a £600,000 scheme that will help university leavers to get graduate jobs in the theatre and entertainment industries. The Creative Bursaries Scheme, run in partnership with the Jerwood Foundation, will help at least 40 arts graduates from underprivileged backgrounds to follow a career in acting, music, art or dance without having to take part in unpaid internships.   Up until now, many young people have been excluded from these routes into work because they cannot afford to work for free. Commenting on the bursary scheme, Prime Minister Gordon Brown told the Press Association: "We are rightly proud ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/jamie-oliver-gives-boost-to-north-west-jobs-1654.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/jamie-oliver-gives-boost-to-north-west-jobs-1654.html One of the country's most well-known TV chefs is developing a new establishment in Liverpool and will create new restaurant jobs in the north-west.Jamie Oliver will open his 11th Jamie's Italian in the Liverpool One shopping district this June and the eatery will serve rustic Italian food inspired by his mentor Gennaro Contaldo."When people eat at a Jamie's Italian, I want them to really get into the food, maybe try something they wouldn't normally try, but always be safe in the knowledge that they're eating good stuff, prepared with love," the chef stated.Oliver added that the new menus at ... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/retail-jobs-in-norwich-to-gain-from-country-s-biggest-m-s-1641.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/retail-jobs-in-norwich-to-gain-from-country-s-biggest-m-s-1641.html A revamp of a supermarket in Norwich is awaiting planning permission from the council that will also see the creation of new retail jobs.   Owners of the Marks & Spencer (M&S) store on the corner of Rampant Horse Street and St Stephen’s Street are planning to increase the size of the outlet with 2,880sq m.   If the store upgrade is approved, this particular M&S will be the biggest outlet in the country. The increase in size will allow the store to sell more electrical items like DVDs and iPods and will also make room for a new café.   Plans for the revamp include ... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/safeguarding-vauxhall-automotive-jobs-with-270m-loan-1642.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/safeguarding-vauxhall-automotive-jobs-with-270m-loan-1642.html In order to safeguard British automotive jobs at Vauxhall, the government has agreed on a £270m loan to the carmaker.   The Business Secretary Lord Mandelson will provide the loan to Vauxhall as part of their Automotive Assistance Programme for the UK.   Vauxhall currently employs over 5,000 workers at their Ellesmere Port and Luton factories, jobs that have been hanging by a thread the last year.   According to the UK Press Association, Lord Mandelson said: Lord Mandelson said: "I always said the Government would stand foursquare behind Vauxhall and with this announcement today we have kept our word. These are excellent plants employing a ... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/hampshire-jobs-safe-at-portsmouth-hospital-1643.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/hampshire-jobs-safe-at-portsmouth-hospital-1643.html Hampshire jobs at a Portsmouth hospital is safe after NHS bosses revealed that no more cuts will be made.   Recently the Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust had to make some cost cuts at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham.   Most of the 67 posts that were identified for redundancy were focussed on administrative and corporate roles.   Although the NHS said there won’t be any more job cuts, some are sceptical because the trust’s £12m debt seems too large.   Jock McLees, of Portsmouth's Local Involvement Network, a local patient group, told the Portsmouth Advertiser: “I'm a bit sceptical that this will do the trick.   “Considering the deficit ... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/hospitality-jobs-are-flourishing-in-london-1653.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/hospitality-jobs-are-flourishing-in-london-1653.html After a difficult January, London's pub and cafe trade bounced back well in February, according to the latest research, which showed the capital is recovering from the effects of the recession and could be good news for UK jobs.The Coffer Peach Business Tracker of trading levels at 15 major leisure firms found that after a difficult first month of the year, like-for-like sales in February rose by more than one per cent compared to the same month in 2009.Trevor Watson, director at leisure property consultancy Davis Coffer Lyons, said: "The central London eating and drinking market continues to be ... Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/bankside-urban-improvements-to-create-london-jobs-1636.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/bankside-urban-improvements-to-create-london-jobs-1636.html London jobs could be enhanced with a £4m investment into the Bankside Urban Forest programme which will see improvements being made in the Southwark Bankside area.   The funding will be provided by the London Development Agency (LDA) in an attempt to advance public spaces from the riverside to Elephant and Castle.   The project will form part of the government’s “London’s Great Outdoors” plan to enhance the capital’s open spaces and will see the estimated 12m visitors enjoy safer and more attractive routes within the wider Bankside area.   The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, said: “London's Great Outdoors programme is creating a network of ... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/marketing-jobs-gain-from-small-business-investment-into-the-industry-1637.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/marketing-jobs-gain-from-small-business-investment-into-the-industry-1637.html Marketing jobs will be created as a result of smaller companies’ investment in the industry, a survey suggests.   According to the Forum of Private Business (FPB), small UK businesses will expand in 2010 by employing more sales and marketing staff.   More than 56pc of the 350 panel members who participated on the survey believe that their turnover will increase as a result of their planned investment in promoting themselves.   Thomas Parry, research manager at FPB, commented: “We appear to be seeing an upturn in confidence among SMEs and, by investing in sales and marketing strategies, small business owners are showing determination and entrepreneurial ... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/airport-planned-for-thames-estuary-to-create-kent-jobs-1638.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/airport-planned-for-thames-estuary-to-create-kent-jobs-1638.html Kent jobs could benefit immensely from a plan to build a £40bn airport in Thames Estuary.   Thames Estuary is an island off the south-east coast of England and will be able to accommodate six runways.   The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson has given his support to the project on numerous occasions but airlines are not happy with the plans.   According to the BBC News, Medway Council in Kent said that 90pc of airlines are against the idea.   Some of the reasons the airlines dislike the idea is because bird strikes will increase and it is an expensive project.   Rodney Chambers, leader at Medway Council, said: ... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/football-club-plans-could-buoy-north-west-hotel-jobs-1644.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/football-club-plans-could-buoy-north-west-hotel-jobs-1644.html One of the richest football clubs in the world has unveiled new plans to expand its current stadium facilities to include a five-star hotel, which could bring jobs to the north-west.Manchester City has released plans that propose development of its City of Manchester Stadium in Berwick, which include an establishment that would be operated and owned by the club.Howard Raynor, managing director of Manchester-based consultancy World Class Service, believes that the success of the planned development will depend on other establishment close by."For a hotelier, location is absolutely everything. It would only make sense if there was residential or ... Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/pre-budget-sees-smmt-urging-government-to-help-automotive-jobs-1629.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/pre-budget-sees-smmt-urging-government-to-help-automotive-jobs-1629.html Although the 2010 Budget will only be revealed later this month, the Society of Motor Manufacturing and Traders (SMMT) urged the government to help automotive jobs.   In the annual pre-Budget, SMMT asked Chancellor Alistair Darling to provide long-term investments in the UK motor industry to help boost consumer confidence, technology and employment.   February saw an increase of 26.4pc in car sales but difficult times may lie ahead now that the scrappage scheme will end this month.   The scrappage scheme encouraged residents who exchanged cars older than 10-years for a newer model, a £2,000 grant.   Paul Everitt, CEO of SMMT commented: “The Government has recognised ... Sun, 14 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/lincoln-hotel-to-create-70-hospitality-jobs-in-city-1624.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/lincoln-hotel-to-create-70-hospitality-jobs-in-city-1624.html Hospitality jobs in Lincoln could gain an additional 70 vacancies after the completion of a hotel in the city.   According to This is Lincolnshire, Manorcrest developers has partnered with Leaf Hospitality to create the building.   The hotel is set to be a world-famous brand but the name will be kept under wraps for a while longer.   Construction on the four-star hotel planned for the old electricity works building in Brayford Wharf North, will start within the next six weeks and will create temporary jobs for builders as well.   The hotel will boast with 115-bedrooms, a restaurant and bar, a gym and conference centre. ... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/berkshire-jobs-with-plans-for-earley-restaurant-and-hotel-1635.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/berkshire-jobs-with-plans-for-earley-restaurant-and-hotel-1635.html Berkshire jobs could be created with plans to convert a former car dealership in Earley into a restaurant and hotel.   According to Get Reading, BnD Dining are waiting for planning permission to transform an old KIA dealership into a 120-cover restaurant and 14-bedroom hotel.   Over 50 parking spaces will be made available for clientele and 23 jobs could be created in the region.   Project leader and director of BnD Dining, Ian Glyn, commented: “It is going to be very exciting. In Reading we have done the Bel and Dragon and it is going down that sort of route with an open grill ... Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/hampshire-jobs-boost-with-southampton-watermark-scheme-1630.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/hampshire-jobs-boost-with-southampton-watermark-scheme-1630.html Hampshire jobs in Southampton will increase drastically after Hammerson and Southampton City Council made an agreement about the Watermark WestQuay scheme.   The £150m scheme in Southampton city centre will involve the building of a public plaza with numerous eateries, retail space, a hotel and 240 flats.   The scheme will also include a miniature park and a cinema.   “Formalising the development agreement is the latest milestone for the scheme and is a fundamental part of the project’s delivery. Following months of hard work, it demonstrates commitment from both sides to the continued regeneration of the city centre,” Russell Beresford, development manager for Hammerson said.   According ... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/controversial-custody-centre-to-provide-surrey-jobs-1631.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/controversial-custody-centre-to-provide-surrey-jobs-1631.html A controversial custody centre planned for Salfords, could boost Surrey jobs in construction.   According to Get Surrey, the Salfords centre will consists out of a 30-cell suite and will mean the closure of the Reigate Police Station.   The current Reigate station only has 12 holding cells.   Fears have been voiced from residents in Salfords that the move could lead to crime increasing in the area. Tony Craig, a resident of Salfords commented to the news provider: “Crime, release of detainees and those returning on bail will affect the surrounding areas with impacts on rates of assault, theft of motor cars and burglary. “Much ... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/legal-jobs-at-addleshaws-and-eversheds-shine-on-award-night-1632.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/legal-jobs-at-addleshaws-and-eversheds-shine-on-award-night-1632.html At the recent Manchester Law Society’s legal awards, legal jobs at Addleshaw Goddard and Eversheds stepped away with many victories.   The event attracted 500 guests at the Midland Hotel and could possibly become an annual affair. Fran Eccles-Bech, executive director of Manchester Law Society, commented to Manchester Evening News: “The evening surpassed our wildest expectations and everyone was saying how much they’re looking forward to next year’s event. "We managed to strike a lovely balance between making the awards themselves serious and prestigious, but the whole evening just great fun. I must also thank all the judges and sponsors who supported ... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/yorkshire-jobs-could-be-boosted-by-govt-funding-1639.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/yorkshire-jobs-could-be-boosted-by-govt-funding-1639.html Businesses in Yorkshire and Humberside will benefit from a new government loan scheme that will pump £90 million into the area and could create more UK jobs in the process.Rosie Winterton, who is minister for regional economic development and Coordination, stated that the recession has presented problems for businesses in Yorkshire and the loans should help companies recover.She said: "The recession has presented significant challenges for many people and businesses in Yorkshire, so I am delighted to formally launch this £90 million new investment fund at such a crucial time in the region's recovery."The minister added that the funding ... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/uk-jobs-buoyed-by-travelodge-expansion-1633.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/uk-jobs-buoyed-by-travelodge-expansion-1633.html People looking for UK jobs have been given a boost by one of the UK's largest hotel chain's decision to expand its operations in the UK.Travelodge will invest in two establishments in Edinburgh and will be recruiting staff, including bar assistants, head of housekeeping, guest room cleaners, linen porters and receptionists.Michelle Luxford, the company's human resources director, said: "At Travelodge, we believe in developing our people and offer excellent training and career advancement programmes for all entry-level staff."The director added that the company's ethos is to ensure that staff enjoy their work experience and said there will be training ... Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/west-yorkshire-jobs-boosted-by-multi-million-pound-contract-1634.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/west-yorkshire-jobs-boosted-by-multi-million-pound-contract-1634.html Around 25 catering jobs will be created in West Yorkshire after a chocolate-making firm managed to secure a £10 million contract, according to one newspaper.The Telegraph and Argus reported on Whitakers Chocolates, which won a contract with catering firm Elizabeth Shaw that is worth £2.5 million per year.Managing director William Whitaker told the newspaper: "The volatility of cocoa prices made 2009 a tough year for us, but this major contract will provide stability and help us to continue to develop our niche chocolate business."He added that getting the contract is fantastic news for the local economy and will help ... Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/temporary-retail-jobs-to-get-equal-benefits-1625.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/temporary-retail-jobs-to-get-equal-benefits-1625.html Asda has encouraged employers to pay their temporary workers in food and retail jobs the same amount as they do permanent workers.   According to Times Online, a deal between Asda and the union Unite, temporary workers within the food industry will receive payment equivalent to permanent workers who deliver the same service.   An Asda spokesman told the newspaper: “Following our own investigation into working conditions in the meat sector, we agreed with Unite that agency workers who do the same work as permanent workers should receive equal pay, and that agency work should not be used as a means of preventing them ... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/surrey-jobs-green-light-for-cranleigh-health-facilities-1626.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/surrey-jobs-green-light-for-cranleigh-health-facilities-1626.html New Surrey jobs could be created after development for Cranleigh’s health facilities has been approved by planners.   Additional health care is needed in Cranleigh due to new housing and the ageing population in the town.   According to Get Surrey, plans to build a new structure in Knowle Lane as well as revamping the current hospital were submitted by NHS Surrey, the county’s primary care trust (PCT).   The newspaper reported that five options were considered and Ernst and Young provided independent examination of each alternative.   The preferred choice comprises a two-phase development that includes a new construction on Knowle Lane as well as a revamp ... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/leukaemia-busters-shine-new-light-on-hampshire-health-jobs-1627.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/leukaemia-busters-shine-new-light-on-hampshire-health-jobs-1627.html Hampshire jobs at Leukaemia Busters have made a medical breakthrough for treating patients with leukaemia.   According to the Southern Daily Echo, scientists at the Southampton charity have discovered a method to enhance the strength of medication by a million times.     Their research unveiled treatment that is not only more effective but also less harmful to patients suffering from the disease.   The charity teamed-up with researchers from Germany and conducted a 12-month research and testing period.   Doctors David and Bee Flavell, who are also the founders of Leukaemia Busters will shortly fly to America to reveal their discovery and turn their research into treatment.   Their research ... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/retail-and-london-jobs-to-gain-from-10m-inholborn-project-1613.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/retail-and-london-jobs-to-gain-from-10m-inholborn-project-1613.html London jobs will gain from a proposal by Inholborn to improve the business district between the West End and the City.   A recent ballot between businesses in Holborn, St Giles and Bloombury showed the Business Improvement District (BID) proposal won support of 86pc of companies.   According to The Retail Bulletin, Mayor of London Boris Johnson, commented: “Inholborn has been delivering great changes to this historic part of London since 2005 and today's green light for St Giles and Bloomsbury to join the group opens the next successful chapter.   “I look forward to seeing this district go from strength to strength and secure a ... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/marketing-tesco-s-packaging-efforts-to-minimise-carbon-emissions-1614.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/marketing-tesco-s-packaging-efforts-to-minimise-carbon-emissions-1614.html Tesco has introduced new packaging methods to its own-brand spirits and wines to reduce carbon emissions from packaging.   Marketing jobs at the retail giant has introduced plastic bottles for own-brand spirits and lightweight glass bottles for wine.   The supermarket has joined 27 other retailers in signing up to Courtauld Commitment’s second phase.   According to Brand Republic, Tesco has reduced own-label brandy packaging with 86% leading to a save of 200,000 kg.   The retailer plans to incorporate the same reduction on thousands of others.   The glass wine bottles weigh 30% lighter than normal glass which will add up to a save of 560 tonnes per year. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/extended-lydd-airport-to-generate-new-kent-jobs-1615.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/extended-lydd-airport-to-generate-new-kent-jobs-1615.html Kent jobs could be created after plans to build a new terminal and extend a runway at Lynn Airport have been approved by Shepway District Council.   According to BBC News, residents in the area were against the expansion due to fears of noise and environmental damage.   However, council members voted 27 to 12 in favour of the proposal which will see a new terminal being built as well as a 300m extension on a runway.   Jonathan Gordon, Lydd Airport managing director commented to the news source that the approval means “a victory for the people of Shepway”.   He added: “We put forward a compelling ... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/northern-ireland-jobs-to-benefit-from-titanic-project-1628.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/northern-ireland-jobs-to-benefit-from-titanic-project-1628.html People looking for jobs in Northern Ireland could be given a boost by a new development that is dedicated to one of the world's most famous seafaring vessels, according to one politician.Councillor Tom Hartley, chairman of the Belfast City Council's Strategic Policy and Resources, said that the Titanic Signature Project will have a noticeable impact on the local economy in Belfast.He stated: "Councillors sought assurances that the jobs, housing and the £30-40 million boost to the economy would be shared among all the communities and across all parts of the city."Mr Hartley added that the project will mark a ... Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/london-2012-to-be-more-emotional-than-organisational-1604.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/london-2012-to-be-more-emotional-than-organisational-1604.html London jobs will gain from hosting the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games but if organisers fail to create an exciting mood, it could be devastating. According to Times Online, Olympic Organisers are thinking of recreating the jubilation that was generated at the Vancouver Winter Olympic Games that just ended. One of the copied ideas organisers are considering, is to bring British athletes ... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/more-support-for-scottish-science-graduates-1616.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/more-support-for-scottish-science-graduates-1616.html A new scheme has been launched to boost life science jobs in Scotland.   Managed by Forth Valley College, The Science Graduates for Work programme is designed to make scientists more 'work ready' by teaching them valuable laboratory skills and increasing their industrial awareness.   According to Keith Brown, Minister for Skills and Lifelong Learning, life sciences is a “key sector that could play a major ... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/logica-doubles-its-graduate-pool-1617.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/logica-doubles-its-graduate-pool-1617.html IT services firm Logica plans to create twice as many graduate jobs as it did last year due to a boom in public sector outsourcing work.   This provides welcome news for technology graduates in Britain and mainland Europe, who have been deeply affected by the dip in post-university jobs that has been brought about by the downturn.    In 2009, Logica recruited 500 graduates in ... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/scotland-increases-its-higher-education-budget-1618.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/scotland-increases-its-higher-education-budget-1618.html Scotland is stepping up its funding for colleges and universities, increasing the annual budget by £42.9 million. In total, £692.7 million will go to colleges and £1,076 billion to universities for learning, teaching and research. According to Scotland’s Education Secretary Michael Russell, this finance will provide support for the 7,500 extra students pursuing higher education courses at colleges and universities. "This government has ... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/cutting-vat-could-generate-thousands-of-construction-jobs-1619.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/cutting-vat-could-generate-thousands-of-construction-jobs-1619.html A 5% reduction in VAT could create as many as 24,000 jobs in construction, a new report has revealed. This refers to the VAT charged on the labour costs of repair and maintenance work on residential properties.   These figures were published in a new research report by Experian, which was conducted on behalf of the ‘Cut the VAT’ coalition.   In addition ... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/technology-allows-accountants-to-work-with-franchises-1620.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/technology-allows-accountants-to-work-with-franchises-1620.html Advances in technology have made it possible for more accountants to work with franchise businesses. Because franchise branches are spread across a wide variety of geographical locations, it can be time consuming and costly to work with these types of firms.    With web-based accountancy systems becoming more accessible, however, it’s easier for accountants to access their franchise clients’ books online.   A centralised service also provides ... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/mcdonald-s-supersizes-job-opportunities-in-wales-1621.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/mcdonald-s-supersizes-job-opportunities-in-wales-1621.html Fast-food giant McDonald’s is set to create over 100 new jobs in Wales as part of a £5.1 million renovation and recruitment project.   The chain plans to hire an additional 5,000 people in the UK this year, reports the Western Mail.   Twelve restaurants will be modernised during the course of 2010. This includes the Aberystwyth outlet, which has already been renovated at a cost ... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/new-town-manager-to-boost-business-in-henley-1622.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/new-town-manager-to-boost-business-in-henley-1622.html Jobs in the South East are set to benefit from Henley’s new town manager, who plans to encourage increased investment and trade in the area.   Oliver O’Dell, an experienced branding and event management professional, aims to “put together a business plan for Henley to attract investment and trade and deliver within the scope of that".     “I have always been the kind of person to ... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/has-britain-s-bonus-culture-come-to-an-end-1623.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/has-britain-s-bonus-culture-come-to-an-end-1623.html An encouraging number of individuals in high-profile banking and finance jobs have rallied against bonus culture in the UK by refusing to accept their annual payouts. Some have handed their rewards to charity.   Lenders have been under enormous public and political pressure to reduce their bonus pots in light of the billions of taxpayer pounds that were used to bail them out during the financial crisis.   The first ... Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/a-new-refurbished-maryport-hotel-to-create-hospitality-jobs-1600.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/a-new-refurbished-maryport-hotel-to-create-hospitality-jobs-1600.html A historic hotel in Maryport has created new hospitality jobs after it underwent an extensive revamp.   The Golden Lion Hotel recently opened its doors after undergoing a £1.25m refurbishment. The hotel can now boast with 16 ensuite bedrooms, a restaurant, conference room and a pub.   According to the Times and Star, 12 new full-time jobs as well as several part-time employment opportunities have ... Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/london-h10-and-park-plaza-to-boost-hospitality-jobs-1612.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/london-h10-and-park-plaza-to-boost-hospitality-jobs-1612.html Two new hotels have opened in London’s Waterloo, boosting hospitality jobs in the capital to a great extent.   The £350m15-storey Park Plaza is a luxury hotel and conference centre located on the southern end of Westminster bridge.   The hotel consists out of more than 1000-bedrooms and a 1,200 square-metre ballroom which will be able to host prestigious events.   The hotel ... Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/restaurant-jobs-bolstered-by-group-s-profits-1610.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/restaurant-jobs-bolstered-by-group-s-profits-1610.html One of the country's most well-known restaurant groups has made impressive profits and may give a boost to UK jobs in the process.The Restaurant Group, which owns Garfunkel's and Chiquitos, reported that its revenues were up five per cent to £436 million and pre-tax profits rose two per cent to a higher-than-expected £50 million."House prices are stabilising, incomes are rising and when we get to the key point when people no longer fear they could lose their jobs, there could be a real fillip to consumer spending," the group's chief executive Andrew Page stated.The group is in control of ... Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/engineering-jobs-to-see-planning-permission-change-1611.html http://www.careersandjobsuk.com/news/engineering-jobs-to-see-planning-permission-change-1611.html A raft of changes to the planning system will save time and money on building projects and could support engineering jobs in the UK.Parliament has approved a package of reforms designed to make the planning system more flexible and save developers up to £69 million a year.The changes lower the costs put on companies which apply to extend existing planning permission to create more time for them to complete a project. Previously, these charges could be up to £250,000 for a large development, but they have been reduced to just £500.John Healey, the planning minister, commented: "At a time ... Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT