Government launches online health and safety resource

The Government has launched an online directory to help businesses find a health and safety consultant.

All potential tribunal cases should have conciliation with Acas, state new proposals

Acas has responded to a Government proposal that all potential employment tribunal claims are to be offered early conciliation with Acas first.

Unite protests at proposed NHS reform with a coffin

Trade union Unite plans to parade outside parliament this afternoon with a coffin to symbolise the 'death of the NHS' due to what it says is a 'surfeit of privatisation', as well as campaigning for...

Northern Rock to cut 600 jobs by the end of the year

Northern Rock has entered formal consultation with trade union Unite and other employee representatives, on restructuring the business including the reduction of 600 jobs.

Why removing the default retirement age brings economic benefits

There are many positive aspects to removing the default retirement age (DRA) and money is one. For individuals, it’s about being able to sustain and build higher living standards as they get older;...

Public backs TUC’s alternative to cuts, finds YouGov

More than half of the UK supports the TUC's proposals for an alternative to the cuts – calling for a plan B to help get the jobless back to work.

DRA abolition imminent, but most businesses not ready for it, says survey

Less than a fifth of employers have made any preparation for the removal of the default retirement age (DRA) – although it comes into effect in less than 10 days.

Cash-flow is king in tough times

The recruitment industry will hope the Chancellor’s 'pro-growth, pro-jobs' Budget does what it says on the tin: helping businesses and boosting the wider economy both now and in the longer term.

TUC slams Government plans, ahead of tomorrow’s march

On the eve of its March for the Alternative in London, the TUC has accused the Government of following an economic strategy that will lead to higher unemployment and no wage increases.

Corporate Manslaughter Act, three years on

No responsible organisation will deny the significance of the Corporate Manslaughter Act.

Budget aftermath: EAP tax relief to go

Following the chancellor's 2011 Budget Statement, the removal of tax relief benefits on employee assistance programmes (EAPs) is to go ahead.

Budget aftermath: Is it truly a Budget for Growth?

The chancellor of the exchequer George Osborne had pledged a Budget for growth, but yesterday afternoon's offering has received a hostile reception.