Many UK office workers have considered starting their own business because they are bored with day-to-day monotony of their work.

A tenth of employers believe degrees are pointless, while three out five would choose experience over qualifications.

Unemployment has fallen by 97,000 according to the latest ONS statistics, but experts have warned against "premature" celebrations as youth unemployment remains high.

Lynne Featherstone (pictured), equalities minister, yesterday met with representatives from City financial institutions to discuss progress on the female talent pipeline.

Acas, the workplace relations organisation, has launched guidance to help HR managers have 'difficult conversations' – about performance, conduct or personal matters – can in the workplace.

All executive search firms have been urged by the business secretary, Vince Cable MP, to publish the numbers of men versus women they place in senior positions.

Developments in learning and development will bring organisational development, coaching and organisational change closer together, claims the CIPD.