CIPD Trust launches guide to employing individuals with convictions
The CIPD Trust introduces a guide supporting the employment of individuals with convictions, highlighting the potential benefits to businesses and contributions to societal change.
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.
UK public views hiring ex-offenders as positive for society, Novus study finds
A recent Novus study reveals strong public support in the UK for companies that hire ex-offenders.
One in three UK businesses understaffed weekly, finds study
A study by Indeed Flex shows one in three UK businesses are understaffed weekly due to recruitment difficulties and employee absences, increasing reliance on temporary workers to fill staffing gaps.
Clark Contracts opens applications for trainee and apprentice positions post-careers events
Clark Contracts is now accepting applications for trainee and apprentice roles following their 8th annual Careers Events in Scotland.
Acorn by Synergie’s Plymouth branch wins Agency of the Year 2024
Acorn by Synergie's Plymouth branch has been awarded Agency of the Year 2024 by Seetec Pluss for its exemplary work in helping local job seekers find and progress in employment
UBIO launches new platform to streamline job applications
UBIO introduces a new platform aimed at job boards to streamline the application process, reducing friction for applicants and enhancing efficiency, which is expected to double the number of completed applications.
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.
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.
