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Apprenticeships: 'huge inequality' as women more likely to train for low-paid jobs

Women apprentices are far more likely to end up in low-paid jobs as a result of training in "female-dominated" sectors, a report published today has found.

Energy firms to increase hiring as complaints calls rise

Rising energy costs could result in thousands of new job opportunities as energy companies look to take on extra staff to deal with a surge in customer calls about switching suppliers or complaints, a...

SMEs must plan ahead to avoid 'costly' auto-enrolment, CIPD urges

The CIPD has urged SMEs to plan ahead for auto-enrolment to avoid unnecessary costs and guarantee access to the best advice and pension schemes.

Royal Mail workers to receive 9% pay increase in 'landmark' deal

Royal Mail workers will receive a three-year pay rise worth about 9% and legally-binding employment protections in a "landmark" agreement between the company and the Communication Workers Union (CWU).

Ashridge Business School's CEO on innovative thinking in 2014

Ashridge Business School's, CEO, Kai Peters hopes that in 2014 there will be more fresh and innovative thinking from UK-based HR thinkers.

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CIPD publishes social media guidance for pre-employment checks

Guidance for employers on what constitutes good practice when conducting pre-employment checks on job applicants has been published today by the CIPD.

Disengaged employees and poor health cost UK economy £6 billion

Disengaged and unwell employees cost the UK economy £6 billion in 2012, according to a major new report out today.

IIRC launches integrated reporting framework

The International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC) has published the integrated reporting framework, providing HR with an opportunity to lead on what is widely regarded as the next evolution of...

MPs criticise 'incomprehensible' pay rise

MPs have criticised and rejected plans to increase the amount they are paid by 11%, with one minister describing the potential rise as "utterly incomprehensible".

Former M&S boss defends 'hard working' immigrants

Former M&S CEO Stuart Rose (pictured) has defended immigrants who come to the UK and are prepared to work longer hours for lower pay, than British people.

MPs criticise 'incomprehensible' pay rise

MPs have criticised and rejected plans to increase the amount they are paid by 11%, with one minister describing the potential rise as "utterly incomprehensible".

Women need more than mentoring to reach the top, says MOJ permanent secretary

To help promote top female talent, organisations need to “do more than mentor”, Ursula Brennan, permanent secretary at the Ministry of Justice, said yesterday.