UK employment stuck at 13-year low as firms hold back on hiring – BDO UK
The employment index dropped again in June to 94.22, down from 94.32 in May and staying close to a 13-year low.
Success of 10-year health plan hinges on fixing workforce shortages and valuing staff, says BMA
The BMA stressed that “a fundamental shift in the way doctors are valued – financially and culturally” is essential to reverse years of declining pay, burnout, and a high number of doctors leaving the profession.
Mitie launches ‘Plan Thrive’ to uplift one million lives through inclusive employment
Plan Thrive will offer inclusive recruitment, mentoring, wellbeing support, and training to help people into sustainable work.
Northbuild Recruitment secures £1m facility from Cynergy Business Finance to drive expansion
Manchester-based Northbuild Recruitment has received a £1m invoice discounting facility from Cynergy Business Finance to support its continued growth.
Deloitte launches summer work experience scheme for 460 students
Students will take part in client work and team projects, building skills in teamwork, confidence and communication.
BMA responds to Government’s mental health care plans amid workforce concerns
The BMA has expressed cautious support for the new plans while raising concerns about workforce shortages and the limitations of digital solutions.
Unions welcome new construction skills drive from Government
Thousands of people are set to benefit from on-the-job training and career opportunities in the construction sector.
Ofsted overhauls inspection team structure to boost consistency
Ofsted aims to leverage the in-depth expertise and training of inspectors to lead more reliable and consistent inspections across England.
Government boosts mental health services with recruitment drive
The recruitment drive supports upcoming reforms set to be outlined in the Government’s 10 Year Health Plan, which aims to revolutionise mental health care through both workforce expansion and digital innovation.
Work-life balance expectations drives staff turnover in events sector – MIA
53% of those surveyed saw an increase in burnout, stress or wellbeing issues in the last year, with high workloads and tight deadlines named as the main reasons.
Guide Dogs partners with UK Careers Fair to promote volunteering opportunities
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the Guide Dogs team where volunteering, donating, and recruitment opportunities will be discussed.
IT and finance face biggest shortages in cyber security jobs – Bridewell
Management and consulting had 130 jobs, while finance had 119 roles on offer.
