The Health and Safety Commission has published a consultation document seeking views about a proposed merger with the Health and...
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Government challenges law firms to improve their equality and diversity record
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryThe government has asked lawyers to help open up the legal profession to people from different backgrounds.
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The government spends almost £800m a year on advertising public sector jobs, a report has found.
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Transport for London buys advice and training package to encourage flexible working and reduce commuting times
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryTransport for London has signed a £150,000 deal with Work Wise UK, a campaign group that encourages employers to offer...
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Giving care home staff flu jabs can cut the number of illnesses and deaths among residents, a study has shown....
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Leitch report on long-term skills needs urges firms to invest in training
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryLord Leitch has published his long-awaited final report about the UK’s long-term skills needs.
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British Ariways worker awaits outcome of final appeal against crucifix necklace ban
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryA suspended British Airways worker has attended a final appeal over a ban on wearing a cross at work. No...
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Data security lapses in Indian call centres, combined with the ‘brain drain’ that is currently being talked about regarding Indian...
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Ascent Consortium named as preferred bidder for £10bn UK military flying training project
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryThe government has appointed its preferred bidder for the £10bn UK Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS) project.The 25-year contract aims...
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Results of Eddington study into maintaining competitiveness of UK transport system published
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryFormer British Airways chief Sir Rod Eddington has published the findings of his study looking at the role the UK’s...
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Pension Protection Fund takes over paying compensation to members of defunct occupational pension schemes
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryThe Pension Protection Fund (PPF) has made its first direct payments to members of occupational pension schemes. More than 90,000...
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Compliance with new pension rules in age discrimination law could cost each employer £1m
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryThe cost of complying with the pension aspects of the age discrimination laws, which come into force today (1 December),...
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The government has published its Pensions Bill, which outlines sweeping changes to the state pension system.
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National Audit Office praises Jobcentre Plus as £16m cost of missed interviews fails to deter agency from helping 11 million jobseekers in quest for jobs
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryJobseekers who fail to turn up for interviews to help them find work cost taxpayers at least £16m a year,...
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The average GP now earns £106,000 a year, official figures show. Figures from the Information Centre for Health and Social Care...