Manchester is named one of the top cities in the UK for graduate jobs
Debut Careers, one of the leading resources for graduate careers, has done the maths and uncovered as many 149 roles currently up for grabs in Manchester - ranking it second in the UK.
With the economy suffering, the UK cuts a pretty forlorn figure right now.
But in reality, it’s not all doom and gloom.
A closer look at the data reveals that young people – a group who’ve been hit particularly hard by the pandemic – are actually well placed to get themselves on the career ladder in Manchester.
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Debut Careers, one of the leading resources for graduate roles in the UK, has done the maths and uncovered as many 149 jobs currently up for grabs in the city and surrounding areas.
The stats rank Manchester as the second best spot in the whole country to find a job fresh out of uni.
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According to the study, London appeared to have the most opportunities, whereas Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds all ranked in the top five.
Northern neighbours Liverpool also made the list – along with Sheffield a little further afield.
The full list of the top 10 cities for graduate jobs, according to Debut, is as follows:
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London
Manchester
Birmingham
Bristol
Leeds
Cambridge
Nottingham
Sheffield
Liverpool
Plymouth
A little more good news: Debut has also stated that the number of opportunities are expected to grow further in the coming months – particularly once graduate employers open up their roles for applications in September.
Michele Trusolino, CEO and Founder of Debut Careers commented: “Finding that first job as a student or a graduate has always been daunting.
“We know there are hundreds of graduate schemes, all with differing entry requirements, and employers and opportunities you have probably never even heard of. That’s why we created Debut and helping students remains at the very core of what we do.
“Given the recent uncertainty around COVID-19 and employers cancelling or changing their internships and graduate programmes, we felt more than ever the need to help.
“Our team has been working hard these past two months and we are proud to announce we have just released an upgrade to our architecture that allows Debut to have every single graduate job and internship in the UK on the platform.
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“We are so excited to be able to build something that will truly serve the student and graduates in what is such a difficult time.”
Visit the Debut platform for more information on the study and available roles in Manchester and beyond.
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Award-winning Manchester restaurant Another Hand announces closure with ‘immediate effect’
Emily Sergeant
One of Manchester’s most popular intimate restaurants has sadly announced that it’ll be closing its doors with ‘immediate effect’.
Another Hand – which can be found tucked away up on Deansgate Mews – opened back in 2022 to acclaim from critics and customers, as well as scooping up several awards along the way like Best Newcomer at the 2022 Manchester Food and Drink Awards, and places in the Michelin Guide and the Good Food Guide along the way.
Not only that, but the 24-seater intimate casual dining restaurant was also named as one of the best restaurants in Manchester merely three weeks ago by respected publication, Time Out.
Launched by the team behind 3 Hands Deli – which operated from a site two units down – Another Hand was known and loved for focusing on sharing plates made with produce from local ethical growers.
And it seemed to be going from strength to strength, but sadly, the restaurant took to social media yesterday to announce its decision to close ‘with immediate effect’.
Another Hand said in its statement on Instagram: “With heavy hearts we are sad to announce that after five years Another Hand will be closing its doors with immediate effect.
“Unfortunately, as most of us know, the current economic climate for the hospitality sector is facing steep challenges, sadly a familiar story. And after five years of operating within this increasingly challenging environment, we feel it’s time for us to step away.
“This isn’t a decision we’ve taken lightly, but it feels like the right time to bring this chapter to an end.
“We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve built here. From the people who have worked alongside us, to the producers and suppliers who have supported us; and most importantly, everyone who has come through the door and eaten with us…. thank you.
How will the Government’s new digital ID alternative for alcohol sales work?
Emily Sergeant
All licensed venues across England and Wales now have the choice to introduce digital proof of age for alcohol sales alongside physical.
Instead of having to hand over physical ID that contains personal information, such as names and home addresses, customers now have the choice to simply provide confirmation that they are 18 or over on their phone – helping to better protect privacy and personal safety in the process.
This means that, no matter whether you’re buying a drink at your favourite pub, heading to a festival, or enjoying a night out at a concert, you won’t need to worry if you’ve left your ID at home.
According to the Government, this new change will benefit businesses greatly too, as certified digital services are able to check that an ID is genuine and belongs to the person presenting it much easier than the alternative can, which therefore helps to reduce the risk of any fake or borrowed IDs going undetected.
Well, according to the Government, it could be as simple as a customer showing a QR code for staff to scan, or tapping their phone against a compatible reader, where staff will then receive a clear confirmation on their device that the customer has passed the age check.
This change follows a 2024 Government consultation where it was reported that 72% of respondents supported the use of digital identities for age verification when buying alcohol.
Digital Government Minister Stephanie Peacock reiterated that ‘it will remain an individual or business’ choice whether to use or adopt [digital ID]’ and that physical ID will ‘still remain a valid way’ for customers to prove their age.
“This groundbreaking change in the law will mean you do not need to carry a physical ID, nor hand over sensitive personal information such as your name or address just to prove your age, allowing everyone to feel safer on a night out,” she concluded.
The Manc -
20th August 2020 
