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Government sets tighter rules for gig economy employers

Employers that hire gig workers are now legally required to carry out employment checks, the Home Office announced on Sunday (30 March).

New welfare reforms may negatively impact employers, commentators warn

Commentators have warned that the UK government's overhaul of the welfare system, which aims to help sick and disabled people into work, may negatively impact employers.

Work coaches set to tackle long-term unemployment

The UK government announced yesterday (6 March) plans to use 1,000 work coaches to help long-term unemployed people into work.

Amended Employment Rights Bill: What HR needs to know

The UK government tabled amendments to the Employment Rights Bill yesterday (4 March), after consulting businesses, trade unions and wider civil society.

Labour’s Back to Work plan must account for employers, disability charity says

The Business Disability Forum has urged the government to consult with employers to get the details of its Back to Work plan right. The plan has been welcomed by campaign groups for its positive...

New government sparks fresh hope for four-day week campaign

The change in UK government has sparked fresh hope among campaigners for wide-spread adoption of the four-day week, ahead of a new trial in the autumn.

Free childcare chaos leaves working parents unsupported

Working parents could be squeezed out of the workforce thanks to the government's confusing and understaffed free childcare scheme, experts have warned.

Government slammed by jobseekers for lack of support

Over half (53%) of job seekers do not believe the government offers any support in helping them find a new job, according to research from employment technology company, CareerWallet.

Cabinet office launches forum for UK resilience strategy

Leaders from public, private and voluntary sectors met on Thursday (2 February) to discuss how to strengthen the UK’s resilience in the face of unpredictable events.

Disabled workers may keep benefits under new plans

People claiming sickness or disability benefits may be allowed to receive payments even after finding a job, under new government plans to help support people back into work.

12 months of 2022: September

As we reach the end of the year, our 12 Days of Christmas countdown revisits each month's most notable happenings.

Government stalls proposed workers' rights watchdog

The UK government has reportedly shelved plans to introduce an independent body to oversee workers' rights in the country.