Can HMRC reforms solve liability issues between agency and umbrellas?

Cautious optimism has greeted the emergence of a potential solution for liability within incoming tax reforms to the umbrella industry and recruitment agency users.

13 June 2025

Employment tribunal claims on the rise compared to previous year

The latest Employment Tribunal Statistics have been published this week.

Legal, HR 13 June 2025

Minister tells recruiters about ‘road map’ for Employment Rights Bill at RECLive25

The government plans to issue a ‘road map’ for implementing the Employment Rights Bill (ERB), currently working its way through the House of Lords.

12 June 2025

Recruitment industry voices say little detail on workforce from the Chancellor

Recruitment industry observers have criticised Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s failure to move the UK ahead in specific commitments to workforce issues.

STEM recruiter acquires construction training firm 3B Training

Morson Group has acquired Wigan-based 3B Training to expand its construction skills offering.

APPOINTMENTS: 9-13 JUNE 2025

This week’s appointments include: Evelyn Partners

CONTRACTS & DEALS: 9-13 JUNE 2025

This week’s new contracts & deals include: Firefish Software, Jobmatch Sweden, Liquid Friday

NEW TO THE MARKET: 9-13 JUNE 2025

This week’s new launches include: Lattice, makethehire.com

Trusted partners will matter more in future, says Carberry at RECLive25

Convincing clients and government that the recruitment industry delivers the value of specialism and specialists is key to making “trusted talent advice and fulfilment more essential”.

People 10 June 2025

REC calls proposed NI agency social workers ban 'badly thought out'

The Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) is calling for urgent clarity on a proposed ‘ban’ on agency social workers in Northern Ireland, a plan the trade body called “badly thought out”.

BSI publishes standard to support staff experiencing menopause or menstruation

New guidance to help organisations support employees experiencing menopause or menstruation has been published by BSI.

HR 1 June 2023

InterQuest Group announces major changes at the top

The InterQuest Group has announced that current COO Greg Coleshill will assume the role of CEO within the InterQuest Staffing business with immediate effect.

People 1 June 2023

Acquisition helps Nicholas Associates expand in construction sector

‘Apprentice to boardroom’ talent solutions provider Nicholas Associates Group (NAG) has acquired a number of key construction labour contracts and launched a new brand.

Businesses focus on data skills

Data expertise is now the most sought-after digital skill, rising 376% since 2019, according to a new report.

Entertainment venue Topgolf creates 300 jobs in Glasgow

Topgolf Glasgow, a premier entertainment venue, has created more than 300 new jobs at its site in Rutherglen, South Lanarkshire.

Bar and restaurant operator creates over 200 jobs at London venue

Mission Mars has announced that London will be the next home for its Alpine Cook Haus and Bavarian Bier Palace, Albert’s Schloss.

New parliamentary group launches to improve UK standards in recruitment

An All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on modernising employment and hiring has launched in the UK Parliament.

Legislation 30 May 2023

GLAA signs landmark agreements with Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan to further protect workers

The Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority (GLAA) has signed agreements with the governments of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan to strengthen the protections for workers arriving in the UK.

STEM recruiter Gattaca consolidates its brands

STEM talent partner Gattaca has restructured and consolidated its recruitment brands.

APSCo highlights new three-point plan for urgent employment reform

The Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) has outlined a new three-point plan to create the “right” regulatory environment in the UK.

30 May 2023

Amazon launches school holiday flexible contracts for full-time staff

Amazon has launched a new contract that offers parents, grandparents and guardians of school-age children the choice to work term-time only.

Robert Walters reveals rise in ‘career cushioning’

Over a third (37%) of workers have admitted to taking steps to ‘prepare to look for another job’.

30 May 2023

APPOINTMENTS: 22-26 MAY 2023

This week’s appointments include: Foyne Jones, Gleeson Recruitment Group, mustard jobs, Robert Walters, Spencer Clarke Group

NEW TO THE MARKET: 22-26 MAY 2023

This week’s new launches include: FCSA

New to MarketHR 24 May 2023

Hays takes majority stake in Vercida Consulting

Global recruiter Hays has purchased a majority stake in Vercida Consulting, a diversity, equity & inclusion advisory organisation.

Contracts 22 May 2023
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