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Starbucks outlines 7,500 UK hires as expansion targets areas north of London
Original report:
Starbucks outlined plans in November 2026 to recruit 7,500 UK baristas over five years, supporting a proposed 500 additional shops. The expansion would concentrate on the Midlands, northern England, Wales and Scotland, with an emphasis on accessible entry-level jobs.
· via the Guardian GB
Education
England weighs employer contributions for older apprentices to prioritise youth training
Original report:
Ministers were considering requiring employers to fund a quarter of older apprentices’ training costs, the Guardian reported in October 2026. The proposed change to England’s levy system aimed to redirect support towards younger recruits amid falling youth apprenticeship starts.
· via the Guardian GB