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Two thirds of UK adults worry about finances ahead

3 days ago
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UK households under strain as survey finds finances worsening, bill payments missed and £23 billion in support still unclaimed.
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EY study shows Microsoft 365 Copilot boosts inclusivity

Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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A recent EY study reveals that Microsoft 365 Copilot significantly enhances workplace inclusivity for disabled and neurodivergent employees.
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Apple adds hearing health features to AirPods Pro 2

Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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Apple has launched new hearing health features for AirPods Pro 2, aimed at tackling noise exposure and aiding users with perceived hearing loss.
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Click Start training closes UK's digital skills gap, boosts careers

Wed, 18th Sep 2024
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Click Start, a new UK digital skills programme, has transformed career prospects, with 94% of participants ready for tech roles and 1,000 connected to opportunities.
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Study: chat-based screening aids candidates with disability

Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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New research from Sapia.ai reveals chat-based screening tools offer a more equitable assessment for candidates with disabilities, reducing the gap in passing rates.
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Push for visually impaired inclusion during Blindness Awareness Month

Mon, 16th Oct 2023
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National Blindness Awareness Month shines a spotlight on digital exclusion, affecting over 2 million visually impaired UK internet users.