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British Gas launches campaign to recruit ex-service people

British Gas is calling ex-servicemen and women to join its ranks.

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A Level results: Recruitment and Employment Confederation issues advice to the young on employability

To coincide with the release of the A-level results today, the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) has issued practical tips for the next generation of workers and has at the same time...

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Help Roy, and other ex service men, find the jobs they deserve

I occasionally get people contacting me asking how they can find a new job, and I do my best to give them some general guidance. I have just finished talking to a young 23 year-old guy who is quite...

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Chances of workplace training depends largely on age, gender and sector

Workplace training is most commonly given to younger staff, women, public-sector employees and workers in non-profit organisations.

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Only 4% of staff would approach their boss with a health concern

Most UK employees would rather suffer in silence with a health concern or personal issue than tell their boss or colleagues, according to new research from Aviva UK Health.

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Association of Graduate Recruiters: Work experience could improve eventual employability of students struggling to gain a university place

The Association of Graduate Recruiters (AGR) has advised students struggling for a place at university to consider taking a year of work experience to improve their employment chances.

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How to manage redundancy of an employee on long-term sickness absence

Compassionately dealing with an employee who is on long-term sickness leave can be challenging for those who do not have the expertise, and the addition of a redundancy can make it even more complex....

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Changes to cycle-to-work schemes could make it easier for employers but more expensive for employees

New HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) guidelines on cycle-to work-schemes will simplify administration for employers but could make it more expensive for employees to buy bikes.

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A quarter of employees no longer trust their managers

The state of trust between managers and employees has been eroded by the recession, research shows.

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Free step-by-step practical guide on HR issues on offer from Randstad

Randstad has launched a free annual guide to HR and employment issues for UK employers.

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Demos demands 'pay-back' for employers who offer the disadvantaged young quality internships and work experience

Employers who give quality internships to disadvantaged young people - such as young offenders and care leavers - should receive 'pay-back' from the Government, says new research from Demos.

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Industrial action is called off as BAA and Unite agree a deal

Unite has advised its members to call off planned weekend strikes at BAA airports, following a deal between between the union and employers BAA.

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