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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19 Mar 2026

Bristol Bears CEO Tom Tainton on What It Takes to Win in Business Beyond the Pitch

In this episode of Inside the Workroom, Bristol Bears CEO Tom Tainton joins Employment Hero’s Kevin Fitzgerald to talk community, accountability and why running…
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16 Mar 2026

UK Businesses to Get £3,000 for Hiring Unemployed Young People: What SMEs Need to Know

The Government’s expansion of its Youth Guarantee scheme will pay employers to hire young jobseekers. But with rising costs, will the incentive genuinely help…
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13 Mar 2026

UK Wage Growth 2026: North Hits 12.5% While London Stalls at 4% Ahead of April Legislation

While the capital’s wage growth plateaus at 4%, Northern SMEs are hiking pay at triple the rate. New payroll data reveals two radically different…
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11 Mar 2026

V Levels 2027: What UK SMEs Need to Know About New Vocational Qualifications

V Levels launch in September 2027 as new vocational qualifications in education, finance and digital. For UK SMEs facing skills gaps and generational workforce…
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06 Mar 2026

A Pay Rise With a Price: What April’s Cost Crunch Means for Small Businesses

Wages are increasing – but with the National Minimum Wage hike and Employment Rights Act landing at once, holding onto that progress is far…