Opinion

• 18 Apr 2023
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In recent years, employees have had to navigate one hurdle after the next – a global pandemic, followed by a cost of living crisis, unprecedented energy price spikes, and rampant inflation. These realities have taken a toll on the mental health and wellbeing of the nation and have no doubt permeated into the workplace.

• 18 Apr 2023
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‘Keeping pay up with inflation is hard but employers can focus on the whole package’, says the CIPD

• 18 Apr 2023
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As the world evolves at pace, there has never been a greater need for specialised talent. This demand is being driven by five global megatrends: the digitalisation of society, the push towards decarbonisation, advancements in research-led healthcare, shifting demographics, and new working models. These trends have created vast opportunities for individuals with experience or training in life sciences, technology, and engineering.

• 17 Apr 2023
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By Sirsha Haldar, General Manager UK, Ireland & South Africa ADP

• 28 Mar 2023
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Adrian Lewis, Director of Activ People HR

• 28 Mar 2023
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A survey of employers shows strong support for reform of the Apprenticeship Levy, finds the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC).

• 14 Mar 2023
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Responding to suggestions that Ministers will ease restrictions for construction sector, Shazia Ejaz, REC Director Campaign, said:

• 14 Mar 2023
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Before the pandemic ‘working from home’ was often frowned upon and likely discouraged by many bosses. Fast forward to 2023 and new flexible ways of working, including working from home full-time and hybrid working are becoming the norm.

• 14 Mar 2023
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By Kate Palmer, HR Advice & Consultancy Director at Peninsula

• 09 Mar 2023
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Responding to the Shadow Secretary of State for Health and Social Care’s letter to the NAO, Kate Shoesmith, REC Deputy Chief Executive, said: