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Girl Tech expands across England as 2,000 join scheme

More than 2,000 young women have taken part in a programme aimed at widening access to tech jobs as it expands across England.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Sat, 30th May 2026

DevOps

AWS North conference returns to Gateshead for second year

Growing demand for cloud skills is driving a second AWS North Community Conference in Gateshead after the inaugural event drew more than 150 attendees.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 4th May 2026

Cybersecurity

UK cyber council launches title for first-time entrants

Open applications aim to widen entry-level hiring as UK businesses struggle with cyber skills gaps and technical vacancies.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Apr 2026

Manufacturing

IT jobs most applied for in UK as salaries outpace rest

IT roles top UK job applications as Software Engineer leads with average pay of GBP £61,268, outpacing salaries in other major sectors.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Feb 2026

Human Capital Management

NG Bailey to recruit over 70 apprentices across UK

NG Bailey will recruit over 70 apprentices across the UK, offering roles in engineering, building services, facilities and IT.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Feb 2026

EduTech

de Novo to create 50 Welsh tech jobs in five years

Welsh tech consultancy de Novo plans to create 50 digital roles in Newport over five years under its new '50 in 5' hiring drive.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Wed, 7th Jan 2026

DevOps

Cegal expands UK tech apprenticeships & mentoring schemes

Cegal boosts UK tech apprenticeships and mentoring with Microsoft-backed training to tackle IT skills gaps and fast-track new talent.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2025

Global Stories

IT careers stories

Artificial Intelligence

DXC marks five years of Dandelion neurodivergent scheme

The scheme has kept more than 30 neurodivergent people in technology roles, as DXC expands support and AI training for the next UK cohort.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • This month

Virtualisation

PHP firms face tougher hunt for skilled developers

A shortage of experienced coders is putting pressure on teams maintaining mission-critical web systems as most PHP users plan upgrades.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026

EduTech

Microsoft & VU open Victoria's first datacentre academy

A skills shortage looms as Victoria’s datacentre sector expands, with a fee-free academy set to train 48 students for in-demand roles.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026

Network Infrastructure

Dell unveils tougher classroom laptops for AI‑era study

Dell launches tougher Windows and Chromebook laptops for classrooms, pitching durable AI‑ready devices with long battery life and easier repairs.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Feb 2026

Digital Transformation

Hiscox unveils multi-site technology graduate scheme

Hiscox launches a multi-site technology graduate scheme across London, Lisbon and York as it ramps up hiring for digital and cyber roles.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Feb 2026

Digital Transformation

A1 Technologies names Amar Bilas Head of Microsoft Cloud

A1 Technologies appoints Amar Bilas to lead Microsoft Cloud Services, bolstering Azure and modern workplace growth across ANZ.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Jan 2026

Digital Transformation

The future of IT: How AI, automation, and green tech will reshape IT careers and business strategy

In the coming decade, AI and automation will transform IT careers, prioritising green tech and driving professionals towards pivotal roles in business strategy.

By Tim Flower • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025