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U.S. Job Openings Fall in December, Signaling Cooling Labor Market

U.S. job openings fell to 7.6 million in December 2024, down from 8.2 million in November, indicating a cooling labor market but still showing low unemployment at 4.1%; this follows the Federal Reserve's cautious approach to lowering interest rates due to persistent inflation and uncertainty surroun...

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Spain's Vocational Training Boom: Enrollment Surges Amidst Stricter Immigration Rules

Spain's vocational training (FP) program has experienced a dramatic increase in enrollment, reaching nearly 1.2 million students this year, fueled by government investment, improved public perception, and its role in immigrant integration; since 2022, 23,097 immigrants obtained residency permits thr...

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UK Refugee Visa Delays Cause Job Losses and Homelessness

The UK's non-automatic visa extension process for Ukrainian refugees is causing significant hardship, with many losing jobs and housing due to an eight-week gap where they cannot prove their right to work or reside; campaigners urge the government to automate the process.

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French Social Economy Jobs Rise Amidst Commercial Sector Decline

The French social and solidarity economy (ESS) added 31,257 jobs (1.4% increase) between July 2023 and June 2024, outpacing the declining commercial sector due to increased social needs, particularly in social housing, healthcare, and support for vulnerable populations.

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Microcredentials and Degrees: A Complementary Approach to Future-Ready Professionals

A 2023 report reveals 70% of employers value microcredentials for specialized skills while 87% value traditional degrees' foundational knowledge, leading to hybrid educational models integrating both for enhanced employability.

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Spain Reaches Record Low in Early School Leaving, but Lags Behind EU

Spain's early school-leaving rate hit a record low of 13% in 2024, down from 13.7% in 2023, due to higher parental education and successful vocational training programs; however, Spain still lags behind the EU average.

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Spain's Economy Outperforms Eurozone with 2.6% Growth Forecast for 2025

Spain's economy is projected to grow by 2.6% in 2025, outperforming the Eurozone's 1.1% forecast, due to strong domestic consumption, investment, and a robust labor market, creating over one million jobs by 2026, while unemployment falls to 9.7%.

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High Employment Rate Among Ukrainian Refugees in the Netherlands

55% of Ukrainian refugees aged 15–65 in the Netherlands are employed, exceeding the 44% rate in 2022. This is attributed to their legal right to immediate work, unlike other asylum seekers, highlighting a successful integration into the Dutch labor market and addressing labor shortages.

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French Micro-Creches Protest New Regulations, Fear Job Losses

French micro-creches are protesting new government regulations increasing staffing and training standards, fearing job losses and closures starting September 1st, 2026, despite government funding; a report revealed safety concerns.

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Spain's 2024 Job Market: Record Employment Despite Slowdown

Spain's 2024 labor market saw 468,100 new jobs, a record 21,858,900 employed, and 10.6% unemployment—the lowest in 16 years—despite slower growth than in 2023, with concerns about 2025 due to private sector decline and regulatory uncertainty.

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US Restaurant Industry Rebounds from Pandemic with Record Sales and Technological Shifts

From 2019-2023, the US restaurant industry experienced a significant decline followed by a strong recovery, with 2023 sales reaching a record $981 billion despite employment remaining below pre-pandemic levels; this is attributed to shifts in consumer spending, technological advancements in ordering...

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Iceland Foods' Initiative to Employ Ex-Offenders Reduces Reoffending

Iceland Foods has hired over 680 ex-offenders since 2022, aiming to reduce reoffending and prison populations by offering jobs and support; the initiative excludes sex offenders, arsonists, and those convicted of domestic violence involving children.

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