Pay settlements in manufacturing have risen slightly from the levels of the past few months to 2.8%.
Economics, government & business
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The number of people out of work fell by 1,000 between July and September to 1.43 million, official figures showed.
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A spelling error in last month's education white paper cost the department just under £23,000.
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Employers are concerned the government's points-based immigration proposals may not meet the needs of business.
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Ambulance workers are being let down by low pay, according to Unison, the UK's largest ambulance union.
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Employers across the retail sector have launched their annual recruitment drive for part-time workers as the festive season approaches. Marks...
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The UK is suffering from a shortage of trained interpreters
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Despite concerns over red tape, the Labour employment agenda has largely benefited UK plc.
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The new work and pensions secretary has vowed to press ahead with the government's planned overhaul of the benefits system.
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Companies are losing £50m a year as a result of corporate identity theft.
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Public sector stays ahead of commercial pay for fifth year running.
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The latest survey of pay awards suggests there is unlikely to be any change on the current 3% median offer in the coming year.
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Keeping top talenthas led many companies to increase salary offers in a bid to keep staff.
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Union brands MoD job cuts announcement a 'disgrace'.
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High street bank attacked over insensitive call for feedback on redundancy.