UK Hiring Taskforce launches to develop new hiring strategies

A UK Hiring Taskforce was launched on Friday [16 May 2025] at the Houses of Parliament to develop strategy, technology and policy for “the end-to-end process of hiring in as new a way as possible”.

Staffline secures large contract win with logistics provider

Recruitment group Staffline has secured a significant strategic partnership with one of the UK’s leading food and drink supply chain management and logistics providers.

HMRC threatens individual with Stop Notice

In the first Stop Notices case of its kind, HMRC has threatened an individual with prosecution if they promote tax avoidance schemes.

15 May 2025

NHS SBS partners with health-tech firm to transform workforce across NHS

NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) and health-tech company ImproveWell have announced a partnership aiming to drive workforce transformation across the NHS.

Government plans to re-wire the state with civil servant moves

Thousands of civil servants – including senior leaders – will be based in 13 towns and cities across the UK to work with frontline workers and local leaders.

Morson advances with technical specialist buy in the US

Morson Group has strengthened its position as a global talent solutions leader with the acquisition of US-based technical recruiter PTS Advance.

Granger Reis appoints natural resources expert Phendler

Global executive search firm Granger Reis has announced the appointment of Rowan Phendler (right) as partner.

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Org Group acquires Manchester-based tech recruiting firm

Multinational professional services provider Org Group has acquired Manchester-based technology recruiting firm Venturi.

Aligra restructures at the top with promotions

UK-based recruiter Aligra has announced a key leadership restructure that reflects the company’s strategic vision for the future.

People 14 May 2025

New Parliamentary Group aims to make UK fastest globally for hiring

Hiring processes in the UK needed “emergency surgery”, Reed’s screening director has told a newly-launched All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) this week [10 July 2023].

HR 14 July 2023

APSCo warns members of signs of impending umbrella insolvency

APSCo has warned its members of signs that may signal an umbrella company’s impending insolvency.

14 July 2023

Agency staff cannot fill in for striking workers says High Court

The High Court has ruled this morning [13 July 2023] that employers can no longer use agency staff to fill in for striking workers during industrial action.

LegislationLegal 13 July 2023

Worker education for contractors needed, umbrella industry tells government

Educating contractors and freelancers was a major theme for companies submitting comment to the current government consultation, it emerged on Tuesday at the FCSA Forum in Manchester.

Legislation 13 July 2023

Investigo appoints Mackenzie new CEO, UK and Europe

Investigo, the recruitment practice of The IN Group, has appointed industry veteran Derek Mackenzie as CEO of UK and Europe.

Lord Sugar’s Hernshead Group launches Harlow Recruitment

Sales & marketing recruitment agency Harlow Recruitment has launched, thanks to investment backing and support from the Hernshead Group.

APPOINTMENTS: 10-14 JULY 2023

This week’s appointments include: Berwick Partners, Constantine Law, Mployee, REC, WithYouWithMe

CONTRACTS & DEALS: 10-14 JULY 2023

This week’s new contracts & deals include: Grupo CTC, Randstad

NEW TO THE MARKET: 10-14 JULY 2023

This week’s new launches include: Coople, IGA Talent Solutions, S&You

Ingham raring to go as new chair of Business Disability Forum

Former PageGroup CEO Steve Ingham (pictured) has been appointed as the new chair of Business Disability Forum (BDF).

PeopleHR 11 July 2023

Man sentenced for human trafficking and modern slavery offences

A Romanian man has been sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to human trafficking, forced labour and exploitation offences.

LegislationLegal 11 July 2023

Haven to recruit more than 1,500 team members over summer

UK holiday park operator Haven is recruiting more than 1,500 new seasonal team members across 38 of its 41 holiday parks this summer.

Hospitality/Leisure 11 July 2023

Social recruiting July/August 2023

Whether it’s charity walks, helping out youngsters, beach cleaning or simply having a ball, you’ve been busy since the last issue of Recruiter…

REC Live 2023: Place more value on skills and service, advises REC CEO

Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) CEO Neil Carberry (pictured) has addressed the audience at REC Live 2023 this morning [6 July 2023].

6 July 2023

Employers must audit bias in AI hiring tools in New York City

A new law in one part of the US that regulates the use of AI in hiring is only now being enforced.

Acorn helps ex-prisoners rebuild work relationships in construction

A UK recruiter is appealing to construction businesses to help former prisoners enter the world of work.

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