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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
