Two in five businesses to hire more contractors following Budget, BDO warns of tax risks
BDO warned that unless they qualify as a ‘small business’ under the Companies Act, they will be subject to the tax rules for off-payroll labour.
UK will only become an AI superpower with major public sector tech investment, says Scott Logic
Addressing foundational challenges in technology infrastructure is crucial to realising the economic benefits of AI integration.
Unite warns of industrial action as Bidfood faces backlash for union derecognition
Bidfood's clients that could face disruption include including schools, prisons, the army, Subway, Five Guys and Manchester United.
Employment remains steady at 74.8% in Q4 2024 – ONS
ONS data showed the employment rate for people aged 16 to 64 was 74.8% between September and November 2024, unchanged from a year ago.
80% to 76% decline in skills, survey suggests UK’s skills gap may have passed its peak
ManpowerGroup’s Talent Shortage Survey was published today and showed a decline in the volume of organisations reporting skills shortages.
Parents to receive day one right to neonatal care leave and pay
Neonatal Care Leave will apply to parents of babies who are admitted into neonatal care up to 28 days old.
Regional pay divide shows Government must follow through on plans for growth – Centre for Cities
Salaries in London are nearly £20,000 higher than in Burnley, Huddersfield and Middlesbrough.
APSCo calls for urgent collaboration to tackle healthcare workforce crisis
APSCo called for partnerships between NHS employers and other stakeholders to deliver the long-term workforce plan.
Nine in 10 employers learn of neurodivergence after hiring staff, survey finds
HR Dept LTD said that candidates often avoid disclosing their neurodivergence at interview due to the fear of their success being impeded by discrimination.
Unite hosts meeting at Stormont as part of campaign to restore Winter Fuel Payment
The meeting will include updates on the Winter Fuel Payment changes, the equality impact assessment, and the Fuel Poverty Strategy.
Half of UK workers say employers’ actions align with ethical promises, research finds
32% said they would leave their job if their employer’s commitment to ESG principles was not aligned with their own.
Man U, Five Guys and Subway face ‘fire and rehire’ threat, unions warn
Thousands of staff at Bidfood could now be sacked and reemployed on worse terms and conditions, according to GMB and Unite.
