Nine in 10 SMEs in England ‘anticipate skill gaps in 2025’
The vast majority (90%) of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in England expect to face skills shortages with the highest concern at entry level, according to a new report. The latest Skills Horizon Barometer, released by the UK Government’s Skills for Life campaign, indicates that SMEs are more likely to experience gaps at entry level […]
UK businesses look at AI and HR strategies to tackle ‘low morale and productivity decline’
UK businesses are continuing to face challenges related to employee morale and productivity, with 81 percent of organisations experiencing low morale among staff, according to new research. According to a study from from data processing company Celonis, 27 percent of 500 UK business leaders surveyed report that stress and burnout are directly affecting productivity levels. […]
Top 5 eSIMs in the UK for 2025:
Travelling for pleasure or business to any city, whether it’s London, Manchester or Glasgow, you need to be connected. People no longer queue up at airports for a local SIM card, as eSIMs are now popular. You don’t need to pay for SIM data roaming. You don’t need to wait in line to make purchases […]
Online Health & Social Care Training: Benefits and Advantages
In order to give the best care to patients, you have to stay up to date with a number of things. Traditional training can be time-consuming, leaving many organisations with a shortage of staff and an increase in workload. This is why electronic learning has been so popular with those who work in the health […]
Computer says no: IT woes giving employees sleepless nights
Technology remains one of the biggest stressors in the workplace, a poll has argued, with more than half of workers (56%) finding their workplace IT seriously stressful, including giving them sleepless nights. While technology promises to make our work easier especially with the growth of AI, if not used correctly it can have the opposite […]
Global employees being relocated left feeling unsupported – poll
There is often a disconnect in global organisations between how well HR thinks it is supporting employees being relocated and what the employees themselves feel, a poll has suggested. The survey of more than 1,000 expats and 200 HR and mobility decision-makers by Crown World Mobility found that, while companies do by and large invest […]
Why smart offices in 2025 will invest in better coffee
Why smart offices in 2025 are investing in better coffee The modern workplace is constantly evolving. From flexible working to wellness focused design, companies are rethinking their support for their teams. A surprising upgrade? The office coffee maker. Coffee is no longer just for caffeine. It’s a way to build culture, support well-being and encourage […]
Vacancies drop to pre-pandemic level as employers hold back
Job vacancies have fallen to their lowest level in almost four years, reflecting lessening demand for workers as employment costs rise. According to the latest labour market statistics from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the number of jobs on offer fell to 781,000 during the first three months of this year. The number of […]
A Recruitment Expert Explains How to Land Your Dream Job
Finding your dream job is often a difficult task, especially with the job market becoming more competitive and career goals always changing. With the right mindset, preparation and strategy you can secure that perfect job. James Schofield is the Business Solutions Director at leading recruitment specialists. The Protocol Group offers its expert knowledge in the […]
Birmingham bin strike will continue after ‘totally insufficient’ offer is rejected
Birmingham’s month-long bin strike is set to continue after bin workers yesterday voted “overwhelmingly” to reject an offer by the city council. The action by members of the Unite union, which began on 11 March as part of a dispute over pay, has seen thousands of tonnes of rubbish go uncollected and warnings of a […]