Tom Newcombe

Government to crack down on intern exploitation

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is targeting 200 employers to ensure they are paying interns the national minimum wage.

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London named talent capital of the world

London is the best city in the world for employment in high-skilled, knowledge-based jobs, research published by Deloitte has found.

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HSBC boss criticises bank as 'too pale and male'

The head of HSBC has called for a change in its workplace practices and culture, claiming the banking giant is "too pale and male for our own good".

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Government sets out proposals to re-shape workplace pension schemes

The Government has set out a range of proposals to reshape workplace pensions for future generations.

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CIPD 2013: Worker representation on boards is not a 'radical idea', says TUC assistant general secretary

Paul Nowak, TUC, assistant general secretary, has defended the idea of having worker representation on company boards, saying employers and unions should work together to ensure "the voice of...

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CIPD 2013: Peter Cheese sets out 'new framework' for future of HR

CIPD chief executive Peter Cheese (pictured) yesterday set out his vision of a "new framework" for the future of HR.

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CIPD 2013: 'Phoney' war for talent is over, says Barclays head of early careers

Barclays' head of early careers, Mike Thompson (pictured), has urged businesses to end the war for talent and instead focus on creating an "inclusive culture" where young people want to work.

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Companies must understand cultural differences in international expansion, or risk prosecution

Companies that expand overseas are laying themselves open to commercial and reputational risks if they fail to acquaint themselves with the cultures of the host country, according to a study.

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CBI calls for permanent opt-out of Working Time Directive

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has called for a permanent opt-out from the Working Time Directive (WTD).

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Centrica boss gives up bonus

The chief executive of British Gas owner Centrica yesterday said he will not take a bonus this year, as pressure rises on the 'big six' energy firms over rising fuel costs.

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Skilled migrants boost UK productivity, says study

Hiring skilled migrants has boosted UK productivity and helped employers fill specialist roles, according to a study published today.

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Job openings reach pre-crash levels, finds Reed

Job opportunities in the UK have risen to their highest level since recession hit in September 2008, according to figures from recruitment site Reed.

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