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Employment leaders call for government action on youth unemployment
Employment leaders push for government action on youth unemployment.
Talent Acquisition
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Surge in temporary hiring as UK businesses face skills shortages
UK businesses are increasingly hiring temporary workers in response to acute skills shortages, with many adopting skills-based hiring practices to attract and retain talent.
News
New proposals aim to enhance job opportunities for young people in UK transport sector
UK government proposes changes to lower age requirements and speed up training for young bus and coach drivers to address driver shortages and improve public transport reliability.
News
IR35 reforms continue to challenge UK contractors, finds IPSE report
55% of contractors have turned down work in the past year because the roles were classified as 'inside IR35', reflecting ongoing concerns about the legislation's impact on flexible working.
News
UK recruitment activity sees further decline, KPMG and REC report finds
A recent survey by KPMG and REC indicates a continued downturn in UK recruitment activity, with notable reductions in starting pay growth and a significant rise in candidate availability.
Employee Relations
NUS Scotland condemns unfair treatment of apprentices
NUS Scotland and the National Society of Apprentices are highlighting the challenges faced by apprentices in Scotland, following a significant delay in the rollout of Modern Apprenticeships due to budget approval setbacks.
News
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.
Featured
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.
Talent Acquisition
Uniqlo UK boosts entry-level wages by 7% and introduces enhanced parental leave benefits
Uniqlo UK announces a 7% wage increase for entry-level employees and enhanced parental leave benefits, reinforcing its commitment to becoming an employer of choice and attracting young talent.
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.