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Public sector appeals to young talent but faces recruitment challenges
Research from Grayce has contradicted the notion that public sector jobs aren't appealing to young people.
Recruitment & HR
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Widespread sexual harassment reported by NHS staff
UNISON's recent survey uncovers disturbing levels of sexual harassment within the NHS, with staff reporting incidents of assault, unwanted advances, and exposure to inappropriate content.
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ONS staff vote for strike over office attendance policy
Office for National Statistics staff are set to strike over a new policy mandating 40% office attendance, amidst wider debates on workplace flexibility.
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Lodders enhances management board with new people and culture director
Lodders has appointed Grace Walton as its new people and culture director, aiming to enhance the firm's strategic and operational HR function.
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Asha Musoni appointed as CBI’s new chief people officer
The CBI has announced Asha Musoni as the new chief people officer, succeeding Elizabeth Wallace, to spearhead the organisation's people and culture initiatives.
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AXA UK’s study shows 60% of young adults aspire to be their own boss
AXA UK finds a burgeoning entrepreneurial spirit among young adults, with Gen Z leading the charge in business ventures.
Recruitment & HR
UK job market shows signs of stability with marginal changes in vacancies
Adzuna's UK Job Market Report indicates a slight decrease in job vacancies in February, signaling potential market stabilisation, despite an overall annual downturn. Salary transparency improves, with sector-specific growth and challenges highlighting a competitive employment landscape.
Compensation & Benefits
Hays report highlights top salary hikes in 2023 with tech and engineering leading
Engineering, manufacturing, and tech sectors lead Hays' list of the top salary increases in the UK for 2023.
Recruitment & HR
UK job postings stabilise at 1.8 million, according to REC and Lightcast report
The REC and Lightcast report a stabilisation of UK job postings at 1.8 million, amidst economic recession and labour shortages.
Recruitment & HR
A slowly cooling labour market gives employers and policymakers time to react
In November 2023 to January 2024, the number of people aged 16+ in employment was 33.17 million, and the employment rate for people aged 16-64 was 75.0%. Employment levels have increased by around 80,000 over the last year, but the employment rate has fallen slightly.
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UK businesses recognise positive impact of hiring ex-offenders amidst recruitment challenges
Sodexo's new study reveals that while UK businesses struggle with significant vacancies, there's increasing openness to hiring ex-offenders, supported by the 'Starting Fresh' campaign, which aims to guide businesses in utilising this largely untapped workforce.
Employee Relations
New study reveals most and least stressed professions in the UK
BusinessComparison's study reveals the most and least stressed professions in the UK, with customer service workers facing the highest stress levels.