27 May 2025
Young people set to benefit from new support into work and training
Thousands of young people across England will receive targeted support into work, under a new £45 million scheme launched by the Work and Pensions Secretary.
The Youth Guarantee trailblazers will match young people to job or training opportunities and will provide all-important foundations for the national roll-out of the programme, ensuring all 18 to 21 year olds in England can access help to find work – breaking down barriers to opportunity as part of the Plan for Change.
Super strength nail glue leaves girl with lifelong health issues
The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) is issuing a stark warning to the public about extremely potent and dangerous nail glues which could leave users with skin irritation, redness, blistering or even burns to the skin. These nail glues are being promoted to consumers that use false nails on social media platforms. These products often come with no ingredient labelling or instructions and pose a serious risk to members as the strength and possible side effects are unknown.
Alongside this warning and on behalf of the National Hair & Beauty Federation, Caroline Larissey has highlighted the importance of the public choosing a qualified and experienced professional.
We are supporting the Cost of Beauty campaign and sharing CTSI's excellent resources with you. Working together we can protect our clients and our sectors reputation for professional excellence.
Plans to cut business rates in Wales for smaller retail shops
The Welsh Government has announced a 12-week consultation, which could benefit around 13,000 retail properties across Wales.
It would cut rates for retail shops with rateable values less than £51,000, to help them compete with online retailers. Larger properties with rateable values over £100,000 could be charged slightly more, but some public buildings like hospitals and schools would be protected.
If approved, the changes would start on 1st April next year. The exact rates will be set during the Welsh Government's budget planning for 2026-2027.