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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.

Public sector, HR 15 May 2025

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

CONTRACTS & DEALS: 12-16 MAY 2025

This week’s new contracts & deals include: Henley Business School, ServiceNow, The Curve Group, Think, UKG

NEW TO THE MARKET: 12-16 MAY 2025

This week’s new launches include: Eames Consulting, Eightfold AI, SF Recruitment

Just Group invests £3m in over-50s work platform 55/Redefined

Financial services group Just Group is investing £3m in 55/Redefined, a global platform for companies to engage over-50s.

Contracts 12 September 2024

Union wins ‘fire and rehire’ case against Tesco

A shop workers’ union has won a Supreme Court battle against Tesco today [12 September 2024] over so-called ‘fire and rehire’ plans put forward by the supermarket giant.

LegislationRetail, Legal 12 September 2024

UK recruitment bodies sign joint letter to protect temp agency work

The UK’s four leading recruitment bodies have come together to urge the government to protect the UK’s temporary agency work and professional contracting sector amid potential legislative and regulatory changes.

Legislation 12 September 2024

Demica provides HeadFirst Global new $400m funding source for Impellam Group

Fintech company Demica has enabled a new $400m (£306m) trade receivables securitisation for HeadFirst Global, funded by Barclays, supporting March 2024’s acquisition of Impellam Group through structuring, distribution and reporting. 

ContractsIT/Telecoms 12 September 2024

NRG appoints Dalziel to move forward with digital transformation

Newcastle-headquartered recruiter NRG has appointed Craig Dalziel as head of tech & digital recruitment.

Driver61 launches recruitment platform Fluidjobs for motorsport industry

Driver61, a multi-faceted motorsport company, has launched FluidJobs.com, a specialist recruitment platform for the motorsport industry.

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Pendrago empowers firms on the world stage

Employment and compliance brand Pendragon offers Employer of Record services worldwide.

HR 10 September 2024
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Government-funded Recruiter Apprenticeship launches

A new Recruiter Apprenticeship is funded by the government and available to all recruitment businesses.

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REC wants the voice of flexible workers to be heard

The Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) has launched a campaign to highlight flexible work in the UK.

10 September 2024
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Social recruiting September/October 2024

Recruitment organisations continue to work with partners and charities to make a real difference since the last edition Recruiter

HMRC dismisses highest number of employees for gross misconduct

Dismissals for gross misconduct at HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) are at a five-year high, The Daily Telegraph has reported.

Public sector, HR 9 September 2024

Asda offers work experience to students with special educational needs

Asda has expanded its Supported Internship Programme, now offering year-long work experience placements to over 70 students with learning disabilities or learning difficulties.

Stafforce announces major investment in UK expansion

Recruitment specialist Stafforce, part of Nicholas Associates Group (NAG), is opening seven new hubs across the UK, with a focus on expanding its presence in the South.

New to MarketExecutive search, HR 9 September 2024

Populus Select supports Wade Construction Management Consultants in sourcing talent worldwide

Recruitment firm Populus Select and Wade Construction Management Consultants have formed a strategic partnership to enhance specialist advanced construction projects worldwide.

Hercules Site Services raises £8m for further growth in UK construction sector

AIM-listed Hercules Site Services, a technology-enabled labour supply company for the UK infrastructure sector, has raised around £8m by way of a Placing and Subscription.

Specialist search firms merge to create Taylor Birchwood

Taylor Bennett and Birchwood Knight are merging to create new international search firm Taylor Birchwood.

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