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Aer Lingus outsources HR and payroll

Airline Aer Lingus has outsourced its HR and payroll functions to NorthgateArinso (NGA) marking the biggest single contract for NGA Ireland in its 40 year history.

FedEE boss criticises trade unions for not defending employees in tribunals

The Federation of European Employers (FedEE), has criticised trade unions for not defending employees in employment tribunals.

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O2 HR director: There is a growing need for employers to nurture young talent

There is a need to look beyond traditional education to nurture skills of young people from an early age according to Ann Pickering (pictured), HR director at O2.

Stéphane De Schryver joins Henkel as HR director

Henkel, the company behind such brands as Pritt, Sellotape and Schwarzkopf, has appointed Stéphane De Schryver (pictured) as HR director, UK and Ireland.

Government's employment law reform package could save employers £10 million every year, says business secretary

Employment tribunal changes that came into effect on Friday will make it easier for businesses to take on staff and improve the process when staff have to be let go, according to the business...

Government heeds Law Society advice on compromise agreements

The Government has responded to Law Society calls for clarification about the validity of compromise agreements drafted under the Equality Act.

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TV chef, music mogul and skills minister join forces to launch National Careers Service

Model turned TV chef Lorraine Pascale and skills minister John Hayes (pictured) joined forces with music mogul Pete Waterman to launch a new service which will transform careers advice by combining...

Immigration cap set to remain at 20,700 until next election, says Damian Green

The immigration cap will remain at the current level for 2012/2013 and 2013/2014 instead of being further reduced.

UK staff believe they are under-performing unless they are are on call 24 hours a day

A third of UK employees feel that they are expected to be on call 24 hours a day, according to recruiter Randstad’s quarterly Workmonitor.

Salary increases look set to stabilise across Europe, according to Aon Hewitt

Salary increase levels have stayed constant through the winter, promising some stability for companies across Europe, according to this week’s Salary Survey results from Aon Hewitt.

It is 'crucial' Government involves employers in any changes to A-level system, says CBI

Employers should be given more say in the design of A-level qualifications, the CBI has said following proposals to change the system were put forward by the education secretary.

Rolls-Royce explores social media for recruitment drive

Automotive manufacturer Rolls-Royce has launched a social media recruitment drive to post its job vacancies and engage with applicants online.