
Nearly half of UK’s 50-somethings want to return to work, but ageism remains their biggest barrier
Ageism is hindering many UK workers over the age of 50 who want to get back into work, according to new research from Barclays. more»
Ageism is hindering many UK workers over the age of 50 who want to get back into work, according to new research from Barclays. more»
The government is to relax the rules on visa for non-EU citizens with specialist tech skills, due to ongoing complaints from companies big and small, that they were struggling to recruit enough of the right staff. more»
EHRC deputy chair Caroline Waters explains that the majority of smaller firms are supportive of pregnant employees despite popular misconceptions, but more needs to be done to improve their knowledge of legal rights in the area. more»
A new tech business has brought in the living wage, making it the first capital-based delivery service to do so. The founder told Business Advice how he's managed to make the change as a small business owner. more»
The majority of institutional investors aren't concerned about female representation at board level and don't want regulator-imposed diversity criteria, according to a report from fund manager Hermes. more»
Former business secretary Vince Cable has warned that small firms in the North East could be hit particularly hard by the government's incoming national living wage. more»
Micro firms aren't looking into the apprenticeship scheme because of the admin burden entailed, despite having recruitment troubles. more»
Our payroll expert, Bryan Pritchard, provides a final checklist to make sure you're aware of all the ins and outs of the auto-enrolment rollout. more»
An FSB study has found many small businesses feel the Conservatives' incoming national living wage will negatively impact on their firm, while other business lobby groups have raised concerns about allowing grandparents to share parental leave. more»
New consumer protection measures have come into force under the Consumer Rights Act, including longer refund rights. more»