White Paper on Immigration: Fears that the Government could go after the wrong target
As UK Government released its Immigration White Paper, outlining new proposed measures to reduce net migration today, experts raised concerns about the proposed system’s impact on business, recruitment, and critical services, such as healthcare. plans place significant restrictions on overseas recruiting, focusing on lower-skilled jobs and care workers. The announcement comes after earlier changes which […]
Report finds that hiring intentions have fallen to their lowest level since the pandemic.
According to the latest Labour Market Outlook Report from the CIPD, UK employers have shown a significant decline in confidence due to rising costs and uncertainty around the world. Hiring intentions are at their lowest level since the COVID Pandemic. As businesses react to global instability and rising costs of employment, the report notes that […]
Immigration white paper: 10 points of interest and reactions
The Immigration White Paper was announced by Prime Minister Keir starmer this morning. He pledged to reduce the reliance of employers on foreign workers and encourage investment in local skills. has been published. The government indicated that certain elements would require new legislation while others would require “a change in approach throughout government, industry, and […]
Bioethanol jobs threatened by UK-US trade agreement
Operators of two of the largest UK bioethanol plants have warned that the trade deal last week with the US puts thousands of jobs in danger. Paul Kenward, CEO of ABF Sugar (which owns Vivergo), and Grant Pearson of Ensus said that Prime Minister Kier Starmer demonstrated real leadership by securing a UK-US Trade Deal, […]
Nurses threaten to strike if their demands for pay are not met
The Royal College of Nursing has accused the government of insulting the nursing profession. Nicola Ranger, chief executive of the RCN, will call on the government to not “sail too close to the wind”, when it comes time to confirm pay increases. Last month, independent pay review bodies made recommendations to the government regarding public […]
Immigration White paper: strict restrictions on overseas recruitment
According to the new immigration measures proposed today in the immigration white paper, the government will “radically reform” UK’s Immigration System. Labour claims that the immigration system it inherited from its predecessors when it took power in the summer of last year was “chaotic”. Strict controls will be implemented on overseas recruitment, and employers must […]
Wellbeing Isn’t a Perk. It is a legal duty.
Opinion – We should stop treating well-being as a perk I believe that the way in which most organizations approach workplace wellness is fundamentally flawed. The benefit is still presented as supportive, helpful and even optional. This mindset is risky and outdated. It’s not just shortsighted to fail to manage mental health and stress at […]
How to convert age gaps into competitive advantages
The modern workforce has not only become diverse, but also more complex. Four generations are working together for the first time ever in history. Baby Boomers and Gen X are a melting pot of innovation and experience, but they can also be a minefield. Another generation thrives on the flexibility. Some people prefer face-to-face meeting, […]
Burnout, career breaks, and job changes: The restless generation
Concerns around health, wellbeing and a desire for flexibility are changing the working habits of younger workers, who are more likely to take extended sick leave, switch careers or industries, and accept lower-paying jobs in exchange for a better work-life balance, according to research. Data provided to HR review by consultancy Barnett Waddingham shows that […]
It’s time to stop avoiding difficult conversations and start tackling them head-on
A survey found that 80% workers avoid uncomfortable conversations at work and delay them as long as possible. Burying your head in the ground won’t help. It could even worsen the situation or damage your relationships. It’s better to remove the band-aid and deal with it directly. You can avoid awkwardness and maintain your relationship […]