As the world evolves at pace, there has never been a greater need for specialised talent. This demand is being driven by five global megatrends: the digitalisation of society, the push towards decarbonisation, advancements in research-led healthcare, shifting demographics, and new working models. These trends have created vast opportunities for individuals with experience or training in life sciences, technology, and engineering.
By Sirsha Haldar, General Manager UK, Ireland & South Africa ADP
Adrian Lewis, Director of Activ People HR
A survey of employers shows strong support for reform of the Apprenticeship Levy, finds the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC).
Responding to suggestions that Ministers will ease restrictions for construction sector, Shazia Ejaz, REC Director Campaign, said:
Before the pandemic ‘working from home’ was often frowned upon and likely discouraged by many bosses. Fast forward to 2023 and new flexible ways of working, including working from home full-time and hybrid working are becoming the norm.
By Kate Palmer, HR Advice & Consultancy Director at Peninsula
Responding to the Shadow Secretary of State for Health and Social Care’s letter to the NAO, Kate Shoesmith, REC Deputy Chief Executive, said:
Commenting on Labour’s menopause policy outlined today, Shazia Ejaz, REC director of campaigns, said:
Commenting on Labour leader Keir Starmer’s speech at UK Finance this morning, Shazia Ejaz, REC Director of Campaigns, said:
By Jack Kennedy, UK Economist, Indeed Hiring Lab
Tina Woods, CEO & Co-Founder of Business for Health, comments:
Peter Cheese, chief executive at the CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development said:
The ONS has published its latest labour market update this morning. Commenting on the statistics, Kate Shoesmith, deputy chief executive of REC, said:
With a month until the Budget, the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) is calling for reform of childcare, such as the tax-free childcare scheme, to keep parents and carers in work. REC is concerned that inaction could harm the jobs market and the recruitment industry, as labour shortages since the pandemic risks sliding into a £39bn GDP shortfall from next year.
