Economics, government & business

Rob Moss examines how delays to introduce a transformed Labour Force Survey is leaving policymakers and economists in the dark.

A professional body for employment lawyers has told the government that its Employment Rights Bill, without amendments, would ‘swamp business’...

Government plans to recruit 6,500 new teachers would require a salary increase of nearly 10% a year for three years,...

The impact of the autumn budget means a high proportion of pay awards will be lower than expected in 2025,...

T-level industry placements will be able to be completed remotely under government reforms announced this week.

Business confidence falls to new lows in November 2024 according to surveys from the CBI, IoD and Lloyds Banking Group.

EVs are now an established element among financial wellbeing benefits, writes Alison Argall of Tusker

New MPs want a shorter working day and for some debates to be held online as they demand more family friendly arrangements.

New research on commuting patterns in London confirms the limited impact of ‘back to the office’ directives.

Businesses that repeatedly flout visa rules or commit serious employment breaches will be barred from hiring overseas workers, the Home Office has announced.

Visa policy changes under the Conservative government and continued under the Labour administration are behind the decline in net immigration.

The number of over 65s in work has risen since the early 2000s and more than doubled among women, a new study finds.

Vauxhall-owner Stellantis plans to close Luton plant putting 1,100 jobs at risk, although some roles could transfer to Ellesmere Port.

Government unveils biggest reforms to employment support for a generation with the publication of its Get Britain Working white paper.

The impact of budget tax rises will make it more difficult for employers to hire, according to industry body CBI.