TUC: Government failing to protect workers from AI
The TUC is calling for stronger rules to protect workers from decisions made by artificial intelligence systems. AI-powered technologies are now making “high-risk, life-changing” decisions about workers’ lives including line-managing, hiring and firing staff”, said the body which represents unions. But a new law will “dilute” existing protections, it said. The government said the TUC’s... Read More
Senior Quant Developer Financial Engineering – London, South East England
Job Title: Senior Quant Developer Location: London (Hybrid Working – Travel to the office is required) Day Rate: up to £899 Inside IR35 via Umbrella Duration: Till the end of December (with a high probability of extension) The Senior Quant Developer is responsible for design, build, and implementation of GRA Traded Risk Quantitative libraries. The success of this library... Read More
Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Funding Terrorism
A 50-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of funding terrorism. Officers from the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command detained him in Wales and then transferred him to London. His arrest relates to suspected terrorist financing and money laundering believed to be connected to art collector and diamond dealer Nazem Ahmad, the Met said. Mr. Ahmad... Read More
UK Emergency-Alert System: What Is It And When Is The Test?
A UK-wide emergency alert system announced by the government is due to be tested on Sunday, 23 April. A test alert will be sent out at 15:00 – a message will appear on the home screens of mobile phones and tablets, accompanied by a loud siren-like sound or vibration lasting for about 10 seconds. The minister... Read More
Thousands Of Children Sharing Beds Due To Overcrowding
More than two million children in England are living in overcrowded accommodation with little or no personal space, while some 300,0000 share beds with family members, the new analysis suggests. The BBC has spoken to two families struggling to cope because they do not have enough space. On the third floor of a large block... Read More
SNP Will Be In Trouble Without Action – Kate Forbes
The SNP “will be in trouble” unless the leadership takes “decisive action” on its internal affairs, former leadership candidate Kate Forbes has warned. Speaking to the BBC, Ms. Forbes said people were watching the SNP “with astonishment” and party finance claims were “mind-blowing”. She said there was “time to sort it out” but “continuity won’t... Read More
Electrical Technician – Birmingham, West Midlands
Electrical Technician – Birmingham, West Midlands Salary – £45,600 plus bonus and Veolia benefits Location – Tyseley, Birmingham B11 2BA Hours – 40 per week, Monday – Friday 7:30am – 4pm (You will be required to work the occasional bank holiday and weekend paid at overtime) We are looking for an experienced electrical technician to join the team based at... Read More
Rishi Sunak Investigated Over Declaration Of Interest
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is being investigated by Parliament’s standards watchdog over a possible failure to declare an interest. Mr. Sunak is being investigated over whether a declaration of interest was “open and frank”, under rules set out by the commissioner for standards. The BBC understands the probe relates to a childcare firm his wife... Read More
WhatsApp And Other Encrypted Messaging Apps Unite Against Law Plan
Encrypted messaging services have jointly called for changes to parts of the UK Online Safety Bill (OSB). WhatsApp, Session, Signal, Element, Threema, Viber and Wire have all signed a letter asking the government to “urgently rethink” the proposed law. Critics say the bill could undermine end-to-end encryption – the privacy technology these companies provide. Ministers... Read More
Care Assistant – Consett, County Durham
Care Assistant – Consett, County Durham We are currently recruiting for a Care Assistant and experience isn’t essential. If you would like to work in health and social care and deliver the support and care our residents require, this role is perfect for you. As one of the largest healthcare providers in the UK, it’s... Read More