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Survey finds a shortage of engineers in the water industry
February 2016 - Utilities
A recent survey of recruitment agencies has revealed that employers in the UK are struggling to fill vacancies for skilled workers, with many engineers entering the jobs market, but not filling the water industry’s vacancies. The UK Commission for Employment… Read more...
33% of 18-24 year olds scared to check their bank balance
February 2016 - Financial Services
A new survey has found that around a third of students admit they are afraid to check their bank balance; a growing concern for student unions across the UK. The study, which coincides with national student money week, highlights a potential national crisis… Read more...
Rise in buy-to-let pushes up house prices
February 2016 - Housing
A recent survey has found that a new wave of investors looking to avoid the increased 3% stamp duty charge has caused house prices to increase. The study, carried out by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, revealed that with higher stamp duty charges… Read more...
Survey reveals 20 per cent of UK individuals have misused over the counter drugs
February 2016 - Pharmaceutical
A recent pharmaceutical survey found that around 20 per cent of Britain’s population have misused over the counter drugs at some point in their life. The misuse was mainly via using the medication longer than advised, taking it in a higher dose or using… Read more...
Survey reveals not enough done in schools to protect pupils’ mental health
February 2016 - Health
A recent health survey has shown that unless more is done to support children’s mental well-being in primary schools psychiatric problems could arise later in their life. The study, carried out by The National Association of Head teachers, discovered… Read more...
