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Discover how the Gravity Smart Campus near Bridgwater is transforming Somerset’s economy. From its wartime past to a £4 billion gigafactory investment

The South West is emerging as a key driver of the UK’s future economy, creating thousands of jobs built on human skills. From Tata’s £4bn Agratas Gigafactory in Bridgwater to Plymouth’s defence innovation and the Plymouth & South Devon Freeport, major investments are unlocking opportunities in engineering, manufacturing, cyber, sustainability, and more. This growth proves the future of work isn’t just about automation, it’s about people. For talent, it offers future-proof careers; for employers, a chance to invest in skills and secure the workforce that will drive the region forward.

The DBS Update Service is a simple, low-cost subscription that keeps your DBS certificate current and accessible online. For just £16 a year (free for volunteers), it saves time, reduces repeat checks, and helps employers make quicker recruitment decisions. Whether you work in healthcare, education, social care, or volunteer roles, joining ensures you stay job-ready while protecting organisations with up-to-date safeguarding information.

Preparing for an interview can be a challenge for any job seeker. Success is all in the preparation, and one way you can make the most of your time with a hiring manager, is by taking the STAR approach.

You’ve done the hard work. You’ve drafted your CV, done your research, prepared for your interviews and now you’ve secured the job offer you wanted. All you need to do now is resign from your current position. This should be the easy part, but for many people, it’s one of the most stressful aspects of making a career move.

Those who hold a CIPD qualification can also earn up to 12% more than those without, according to Lightcast. HR roles requesting CIPD Qualifications pay on average £4,400 more than without. The CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) qualifications in 2025 will remain highly respected in the HR and people management field, with each level corresponding to specific career stages and responsibilities.

Lots of people become frozen with fear when it comes to writing a CV. The task feels too big and scary: as if your next job - maybe even an entire career - is riding on it. Relax. The goal of your CV is to secure an interview. No more, no less. Take one step at a time and you’re less likely to become overwhelmed by the recruitment process.

The 2024 King's Speech introduced several pivotal bills aimed at, among many other reforms, revolutionising employment in the UK. These initiatives underscore Labour's commitment to improving workers' rights, job security, and overall workplace conditions, marking one of the most significant overhauls in recent years.

With the widening skills gap as new technologies and innovations enter the market, I was accurately aware that I wanted to undertake a course to both help improve my skillset and enable me to access more opportunities in future.

The marketing landscape has evolved rapidly in the last few years alone, and with the introduction of AI, we can expect these advancements to continue. So here are five ways you can enhance your skills and give you the boost needed to progress you to the next stage of your career.

As we get ever closer to the General Election on July 4th, we’ve reviewed the party manifestos to see what they have pledged and how it pertains to employment and the future of work.

Whether you’re looking for a new role to progress your career, or you’re early in your application process, when faced with multiple job adverts, it can be hard to know what you need to look for.