New car sales in France fell by 3.2% in 2024, raising concerns about the automotive industry’s future as it faces significant challenges, including a shift to electric vehicles and job losses in major companies. While electric vehicle sales also declined,…
The Saupiquet factory in Quimper, France, is set to close on December 20, resulting in the layoff of 152 employees. This closure, announced by the Italian group Bolton Food in June, follows a ‘shock’ for workers. Employees have been instructed…
A recent CEO survey by ING reveals that the number of Dutch business leaders anticipating job losses due to artificial intelligence has risen from 6% to 19% within a year. Executives are increasingly worried about the rapid development of AI,…
The political group ‘Hope’ criticized the Western Macedonia regional authority for slow reactions regarding the closure of the Meliti Power Plant, which threatens the jobs of 140 contractors. The issue has not yet been brought to the regional council despite…
Prominent UK retailers, including Tesco and Amazon, have warned that job cuts in the retail sector are ‘inevitable’ due to new tax increases outlined in the recent Budget. In a letter to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, they highlighted a cumulative burden…
Homebase has entered administration, jeopardizing 2,000 jobs as owner Hilco failed to secure a buyer for the struggling retailer. While CDS Superstores is acquiring up to 70 stores and the Homebase brand—protecting around 1,600 positions—49 stores remain unsold. Chief executive…
Homebase has entered administration, endangering 2,000 jobs as its owner, Hilco, failed to secure a buyer. Nonetheless, homeware retailer The Range has stepped in to acquire up to 75 Homebase stores and the brand itself, preserving approximately 1,600 jobs. However,…
François Hommeril, president of the CFE-CGC union and employee at Niche Fused Alumina, is set to be laid off as the company undergoes restructuring following its acquisition by Alteo. Out of 170 employees, only 119 will retain their jobs. At…
Michelin has announced the closure of its plants in Cholet and Vannes, impacting more than 1,250 jobs by early 2026. The decision follows a significant decline in production activity, with workers expressing shock and frustration at the swift announcement. Employees…
