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News for January 2012
Governments plan to curb executive pay are announced
A plan by the government to overhaul the executive pay system, which had first been explained in September 2011 by business secretary Vince Cable, was just announced. Cable gave more detail in a speech he gave to MP's.
30th
Jan
Supermarket chain to create 5000 jobs in 2012
The outlook for jobs took an upswing this week when Asda, the Leeds-based national supermarket chain, announced plans that will create 5,000 new jobs.
30th
Jan
Highest level of women in UK boardrooms
New research conducted by the Professional Boards Forum discovered that the level of women with careers as directors of boardrooms in the UK has risen substantially since 2010, leading to the highest number ever.
24th
Jan
Lack of Work Experience Means Graduates Facing Tough Employment Market
Despite the recovering economy and the increase in available jobs, recent graduates without work experience will find it hard to land a position in the coming year.
24th
Jan
Cameron Vows to Limit Payouts, Grow Economy
Good news for employees who are feeling under-appreciated and overworked at their jobs.
16th
Jan
Unpaid Overtime Work Costs economy 1 Million Jobs
The Trades Union Congress have reported that their surveys show British workers contributed over two billion hours of unpaid overtime work in 2011.
16th
Jan
Jobs on the rise in December 2011, According to Reports
If you were looking for a job in December 2011, chances are better than ever that you found one, says a recent report.
9th
Jan
Communication Critical In Keeping Employees Motivated
Nothing can deteriorate a relationship faster than lack of proper communication between two parties, and this holds especially true in a business setting between managers and personnel.
9th
Jan
Unions Accuse Government of Ruining Pensions Agreement
The public sector pension’s dispute continues this week, as unions accuse Local Government Secretary Eric Pickles of imposing new conditions on a possible settlement.
4th
Jan
6 Changes Employers Should Know About
The employment law goes through small changes every year. Many changes are taking place in 2012 for both employers and employees with new jobs.
4th
Jan
Apprenticeship quality to be improved as Government introduces new measures
Sixteen to eighteen year olds are being offered a new apprenticeship for at least one year.
3rd
Jan
Agency Workers Demand Stays Strong
A recent JobsOutlook survey suggests that a larger portion (81%) of employers are planning to expand their workforce or maintain their staff at their current level.
3rd
Jan