OSB Group to run in-house skills sessions for ‘Learning at Work Week’
Jack Cope, BDM at OSB Group, has been with the group for nearly four years and said he has benefited from these development opportunities.
Mindtools acquires Kineo to expand global learning and development services
The move brings the two companies together under the ownership of CIG, and aims to expand their learning solutions to more customers globally.
Colleagues not doing jobs properly makes staff angriest at work, finds Acas
The YouGov survey, commissioned by workplace expert Acas, asked employees to consider what would make them the most angry while at work.
Confidence falls to record low as employers face rising costs – CIPD
The number of UK employers expecting to increase headcount in the next three months has fallen to a record low, outside of the pandemic, as they grapple with rising employment costs and growing global uncertainties, research from CIPD has revealed. The Labour Market Outlook from CIPD showed that the rate of employers expecting to increase headcount has fallen sharply among large private sector employers, and in retail in particular. In response, the CIPD has urged the Government to closely consult with employers and business bodies to limit the potential impact the Employment Rights Bill could have on employer’s hiring plans
Salford University and Manchester Met join Made Smarter to support SME manufacturers
The programme is designed to help business owners and managers develop tailored digital strategies for their firms.
Students risk falling short in work readiness, survey reveals
ISE’s annual survey found around half of employers were concerned that graduates (48%) and school and college leavers (52%) who use AI in the selection process misrepresent their abilities.
56% of workers optimistic but overwhelmed by AI advancements – Henley Business School
When asked how they would describe their approach to AI, 26% of respondents said they were cautious and 23% said they were curious.
Most aspiring entrepreneurs put off by fear of funding rejection – money.co.uk
Nearly half of UK adults (47%) considered starting their own business, but fear of funding rejection stopped two-thirds from making the move, research from money.co.uk business loans revealed.
Civil Service launches learning and development programme for economists
Tom Aldred, head of the GES team, said: “The Priority Skills initiative provides new opportunities for economists to keep learning and demonstrates our commitment to a positive learning culture in the GES.
Gen Z now makes up largest share of hourly workforce, Deputy report reveals
Deputy has released its annual report The Big Shift: How Gen Z is Rewriting the Rules of Hourly Work, offering a comprehensive look at the changing dynamics of the hourly labour market.
British businesses celebrated in third year of The King’s Awards for Enterprise
This year, 197 businesses representing a diverse range of sectors, have been recognised by His Majesty The King as among the best in the country.
TMM Recruitment becomes employee-owned through trust model
Amanda McCullloch said: “This EOT is our way of recognising and rewarding the people who have been instrumental in making TMM Recruitment what it is today."
