Just 502 out of an estimated 9,000 affected firms have published their gender pay gap so far

A pilot scheme aimed at helping small businesses in Northern Ireland tackle the effects of the recession, through training, has been hailed a success by employers in the province.

Employees form high-achieving teams when organisations create conditions where helpfulness is possible

Former staff employed during Mohamed Al Fayed’s ownership of Harrods have claimed there was a culture of racism, BBC News reported on 9 January.

Royal Mail workers, represented by the Communication Workers Union (CWU) have accepted a deal that will end a 14 month dispute over pay and conditions.