Official figures out today show that the employment rate is at 75.4 per cent – up 0.8 percentage points from 74.6 per cent a year ago and the highest since […] more»

It is important for small businesses, especially when on a tight budget, to know the cost of replacing staff. According to small business accountant, Accounts and Legal, the average employee […] more»

More than a third of candidates are putting their careers at risk by lying on their CV to wow employers, according to a new study. more»

A third of recruiters have owned-up to stalking potential candidates on social media, highlighting the need for workers to stay savvy about what they post on sites such as Twitter and Facebook. more»

Online fashion retailer ASOS has been ranked the most sought-after employer in Britain, as a new league table highlights the appeal of digital brands for jobseekers at the high street's expense. more»

Entrepreneurs in Scotland's digital technology sector have declared plans to hire more staff and ramp up exports as their sales boom. more»

A tattoo bias continues to limit the career prospects of individuals sporting body ink, research has suggested, but preconceptions around self-expression could see employers miss out on talent. more»

British insurance firms have dramatically ramped up the number of apprenticeships working in the sector, with the number of schemes increasing by 47 per cent since the apprenticeship levy was introduced. more»

As National Apprenticeship Week shines a light on the benefits of in-work training opportunities, Anna Hickey, managing director of media agency Wavemaker, considers how employers can look beyond traditional placements. more»

Handed an old tipper truck in lieu of a final salary, many would have despaired. Not Harsha Rathnayake, he saw an opportunity and set up Junk Hunters. more»