In a hopeful surge, the number of ‘vanguard’ employers represented by the Keep Britain Working (KBW) initiative has doubled. The campaign, which has been instrumental in supporting job security and creation within the UK, has seen an explosion of support from companies nationwide. The Keep Britain Working campaign, a non-profit initiative established by the recruitment…
As the debate around worker protection intensifies, some retail companies are suggesting a nuanced approach to guaranteed working hours, asserting that workers should be assured of a minimum number of hours per week, but only up to a limit of eight hours. This proposal comes as a response to a wave of criticism regarding zero-hour…
The Department for Education has unveiled the first three pioneering subjects to comprise the newly introduced V Level qualifications, creating waves and sparking debates across the education sector. Mathematics, Health and Social Care, and Business Studies are the trailblazing disciplines that will steer this bold attempt to profoundly innovate the vocational education landscape in the…
In a momentous decision indicative of shifting global market priorities, UK-based fintech company, Revolut, recently announced plans to base nearly 40% of its workforce in India. This move is seen as part of the innovative firm’s drive towards more strategic growth and expansion in global markets, particularly in regions with substantial economic potential. Founded in…
Amidst the ongoing healthcare crisis, a significant national issue is emerging – the need for stronger recognition and representation of temporary workers in the National Health Service (NHS). Over the last year, temporary staff have become a crucial part of the pandemic response but they remain an overlooked and under-protected group. In the swarm of…
A leading human resources company is making a call to action for organizations, educators, and policymakers to intensify their efforts in integrating the growing population of Neets – young people not in education, employment, or training – into the workforce. The HR firm, which wishes to remain anonymous, believes that intensified actions for Neets will…
As the economy takes unpredictable turns due in part to the COVID-19 pandemic, a growing number of employees are choosing to clutch their current roles with a vice-like grip, earning them the moniker ‘job huggers’. Experts are attributing this phenomenon to exacerbated economic insecurity. A recent study published in The Journal of Economic Perspectives sheds…
Booming economic growth in the United Kingdom might hit a stumbling block due to escalating international geopolitical tensions, augmented by the UK-Iran conflict. Economic experts have voiced concern that these growing uncertainties could dent not just the UK’s, but the global economic outlook in general. Britain’s economic stability is perceived to be in peril following…
The UK Government has reportedly given the green light for the potential acceleration of the proposed rise in the National Minimum Wage (NMW) for youth, allowing for ‘full flexibility’ in its progression. This pioneering move comes in the wake of considered recommendations from the Low Pay Commission (LPC), an independent body that advises the government…
The UK government has opened a new avenue for businesses looking to grow their workforce during these challenging times. Businesses can now receive a £3,000 grant for each recruit they hire who is between the age of 16 and 24 and has been unemployed for a minimum of six months. This initiative was launched as…