Kuba Shand-Baptiste

About Author

Kuba is a senior news writer covering UK employment trends, policy, and the changing world of work. She brings a sharp editorial eye and deep journalistic insight to every story she tells.

Expertise

A writer and editor with extensive experience across leading UK publications, Kuba has worked across news, current affairs, policy and government reporting. She has interviewed thought leaders and business figures, bringing nuance and credibility to her coverage of workplace and societal issues.

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Published

05 Jun 2026

The £3,000 Youth Jobs Grant: What UK SMEs Need to Know – Including the Legal Small Print

Everything UK employers need to know about the £3,000 Youth Jobs Grant, SWAP placements, and the legal risks of hiring young workers in 2026
Published

04 Jun 2026

HR Stress Is Driving 38% to Consider Leaving the Profession

Ultimate Resilience’s latest report finds that the likelihood of staying largely comes down to one thing
Published

01 Jun 2026

Employment Costs Are Pushing UK Businesses Toward Contract and Freelance Workers

Four in ten businesses are investing in contract staff, as rising costs and legal uncertainty make permanent roles hard to absorb
Published

28 May 2026

Milburn Review Warns of NEET Crisis amid 9.6% Rise in UK Hiring Costs

The report warns that nearly 1 million young people are NEET. YouGov data from UK business leaders shows hiring costs are part of the…
Published

20 May 2026

New Law Puts a 60-Day Cap on Late Payments to Small Businesses

The arrival of new legislation will be welcomed by suppliers who’ve spent years chasing invoices. Here’s what changes – and when