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Younger workers happier with jobs but also keener to leave, says research

Younger workers are most likely to be satisfied with their jobs but also most likely to move on, according to new research. A global survey by HR consultancy Mercer has revealed that those aged between...

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Parents hail increasingly flexible workplaces

UK organisations who employ flexible, engaging workplaces for parents and carers are set to be praised in a list highlighting the nation's best employers for working families. Campaign charity Working...

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Research shows GPs are positive about fit note at last

The electronic doctor's 'fit note' is soon to be made available in GP's surgeries up and down the country, People Management reports and is finally being met with a positive response from within the...

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Walking and cycling to work reduces stress

Walking to work can reduce stress levels, a new study cited by Managers.org.uk has revealed. Research carried out by Lund University in Sweden found that of 12,000 people questioned, those who drive to...

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DRA abolition could lead to mature people changing careers

The abolition of the default retirement age could lead to more mature workers opting for a change of career. That's the opinion of Matt Silvester, who runs a Professional Trader Programme (PTP) at...

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SMEs expect to offer more benefits

Almost half of the UK's small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are expected to offer more employee benefits as a result of government welfare reforms.  A new survey by Jelf Employee Benefits...

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Qualifications least valued asset by employers

Qualifications have been voted as the least important factor in the recruitment process by employers. According to Fresh Business Thinking, experience, potential and enthusiasm were all regarded as...

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Consultation on "protected conversations" in pipeline

The government has announced its intention to hold a consultation of "protected conversations" between an employee and their boss. It is hoped the consultation will help aid managers and their staff...

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Job opportunities growing fastest in North East

Job opportunities are growing faster in the North East than in any other region, according to new research. Figures within the Lloyds TSB North East Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) have indicated that...

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Almost half of British firms plan to recruit before the new year

Almost half of British businesses expect to increase their workforce by the start of next year, according to new research. A poll by the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) indicated that 47 per...

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£55m package could create 5,000 jobs in Wales

Welsh Business Minister Edwina Hart has announced a £55 million financial package that could create 5,000 jobs, reports Wales Online. The Welsh Government is committing £35 million to finance two new...

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Northern Ireland ministers blueprint 25,000 jobs

Ministers in Northern Ireland have outlined plans for the creation of 25,000 jobs in their new Programme for Government, reports the Press Association. The recruitment blueprint was finalised during...

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Businesses to be offered apprenticeship incentives

Small businesses offering apprenticeship opportunities to young adults are set to receive cash rewards from the government.  As part of efforts to boost the amount of young adults in employment, the...

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Lawyer theorises why WTD negotiations matter to Cameron

The re-assessment of the European Union (EU) working time directive (WTD) has the potential to be a significant political victory for Prime Minister David Cameron. Speaking to People Management, DLA...

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Second round of GIF fund begins

Business Secretary Vince Cable and Minister for Skills John Hayes have announced the second round of finance from the Growth and Innovation Fund (GIF), reports Fresh Business Thinking. The fund,...

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GPs could lose sick note powers

General practitioners (GPs) could lose the right to sign people off from work for periods longer than four weeks, if the suggestions in a leaked report are taken on board. Commissioned under the radar...

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Retaining young employees can be tricky

It's not so much attracting young staff as it is holding onto them that can prove tricky for businesses, according to an HR specialist. Writing for HR Magazine, Kevin Young claimed that as loyalty...

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SMEs value experience over qualifications

Small and mediums sized businesses are increasingly looking for experienced candidates over qualified ones, b2businesshub.com reports. An independent study of 1,100 SME managers found that 64 per cent...

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Consultation due in 2012 over agency regulation

The government intends to hold a consultation on the regulation of recruitment agencies in 2012, according to the minister for employment relations, Ed Davey. He broke the news - which was cited by...

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Government unveils £1 billion employment scheme for youngsters

The Government has today outlined its plans to solve boost employment amongst youngsters in the UK. Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg has stated that employers will be offered subsidies of up to £2,275...

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