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Could the ever increasing skills shortage be linked to out-of-date careers advice from schools? David Craik looks at how recruiters can be part of the solution
Leeds-based SVB Recruitment has taken elements of the hospitality industry and incorporated them into the ethos of its business. Liz Wells met this hospitable company
The lastest dragon in the Den confides that he's lost none of his love for recruiting. Although now he's recruiting peopl to invest in.

The skills shortage may be dominating the lives of most UK recruiters, but not in the leisure and tourism market. This is not because the sector is dying; on the contrary, recruiters are reporting strong annual increases in vacancies. However, for each vacancy, there are plenty of candidates waiting to snap them up.

The demand for skilled support staff is still strong, with companies making more counter offers than before to keep staff or lure them away

The government recently introduced what it described as the biggest changes to immigration policy in a generation. And recruiters should get to grips with the new legislation, not only to advise clients but also to avoid strict penalties.

Does your entry have what it takes to win?
Recruitment fairs can be expensive, so it pays to be prepared. Adeline Iziren finds out how to make the best of the event
E-auctions are receiving mixed reviews from recruitment agencies
Why is stress a problem for the industry and what can be done?
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