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There’s no doubt that hiring will be a challenge this year. Two thirds of businesses around the world are struggling to hire, with record hiring intentions reported in the UK and US. With increased competition and a candidate-led market, organisations looking for new employees will need to up their game.

The past two years have given us a lot to think about, leading to many people deciding to switch jobs. Though new opportunities aren’t as plentiful as they were at this time last year, they are certainly out there, especially for those with in-demand skills, such as tech workers. However, as competition for talent remains fierce, the likelihood that your organisation may present you with a counteroffer will increase. And, considering the current uncertainty and volatility of the economy, many will be tempted to accept that offer.

As it faced intense scrutiny over how its platform handles the spread of misinformation data privacy and the potential harm it can cause to children and teenagers, Facebook’s founder and chief executive Mark Zuckerberg announced the company’s rebranding strategy.

This month, the UK Government announced it would support 53 start-ups to develop pioneering greener and safer transport with a £1.95 million Transport Research and Innovation Grant – its 11th round of funding.