Outdated decor, no natural light, a dirty or unhygienic area, broken furniture and difficult locations are all offputting

There are 2.56 million unemployed people in the UK, with a rise of 70,000 recorded between December and February, the latest job figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) have revealed.

The leaders of four unions, spanning transport and local government workers, have suspended planned strikes after making progress in their respective talks.

New research has found a significant majority (87%) of employers have said they value a positive attitude over qualifications in entry-level roles.