Prime Minister's proposed phasing out of tax relief on childcare vouchers gets hostile reception

Industry leaders have expressed anger at Gordon Brown's announcement yesterday that hinted tax efficient childcare vouchers could be scrapped.

Consulting pension scheme members on changes to definition of 'pensionable' salary is on the cards

Employers may be required to consult with pension scheme members if it plans to make changes to their pensions arrangements, according to proposals from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Six recruitment agencies fined 39.27 million for breaching competition law

Six recruitment agencies have been fined a total of 39.27 million for price fixing and the collective boycott of another company in the supply of candidates to the construction industry.

Proposed extended paternity leave to take effect from April 2011

The Government has published draft regulations allowing fathers longer paternity leave from 2011.

British Chambers of Commerce slams proposed rises in minimum wage and National Insurance Contributions

The prime minister's pledges to increase the National Minimum Wage and raise National Insurance Contributions (NICs) will hinder economic growth, the British Chambers of Commerce has warned.

Prime Minister's plans for free childcare for less well off could sound the death knell for existing childcare tax relief

The prime minister's shock announcement that the Government will provide free childcare for a quarter of the UK's two and three-year olds could spell the death knell for childcare vouchers by ending...

Almost half of business drivers have been involved in an accident in the past year

Business drivers have proven costly to employers over the past year, with almost half having a car accident and a sixth having committed a driving offence.

Default retirement age ruling exposes ignorant employers and dysfunctional Government policy

Friday's ruling, which upheld the right of employers to force the retirement of staff when they reach retirement age, shows just how ignorant some British employers are and how disfunctional...

Alistair Darling: Legislation on City bonuses is coming, but employers need to act now to curb excessive reward

The chancellor of the Exchequer has warned employers in the City not to wait for legislation on bonuses but to act now.

The Liberal Democrat Party Conference: Liberal Democrats' best hope is to hold the balance of power

It was a tough week for the Liberal Democrats at their autumn conference in Bournemouth. They arrived at the sunny seaside town full of excitement and expectation, hoping that this would be the week...

BREAKING NEWS: High Court rules in favour of default retirement age of 65

The High Court has ruled the default retirement age of 65 was lawful when first introduced three years ago, but admitted there is now a compelling case for raising the age.

Employers warned to prepare for biggest overhaul of first aid at work in 25 years

From 1 October new changes to first aid at work training proposed by the Health and Safety Executive will save time for businesses and allow more flexibility.