The concept of equal opportunities in the workplace in not new. But how do recruiters fare with the make-up of their personnel? Colin Cottell investigates
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Ben Jones looks into the often confusing rules
Australia is running at almost full employment, so the candidate shortage is far worse even than in the UK. Does this mean that good times lie ahead for the recruitment industry? And how can UK recruiters cash in on the demand for specialists? Ross Wigham reports
Mandy Paterson, managing director of White Horse Employment, who jointly owns the Trowbridge office support agency with partner Bev Glover, knew she had to make it easier for her candidates, who are signed up to job boards and are being bombarded by e-alerts, to choose the jobs that were most beneficial
Recruiters needs to provide the right training and environment to allow potential top billers among their consultants to thrive, says Sarah Coles
It's not always easy to pick a recruiter with real potential out of a crowd.
It's not always easy to pick a recruiter with real potential out of a crowd.With the government seemingly warming to the idea of the private sector using its expertiseb to help get the long-term unemployed back to work, Colin Cottell looks into whether this change of approach would benefit the industry or turn out to be a hindrance
Digital tachographs have been mandatory since May, but should it be drivers or haulage companies pay for the cards and training to use the technology? Liz Wells examines this contentious issue
Leading figures say recruitment industry should not be afraid to walk away from PSLs and 'go niche' in pursuit of better margins
Firms that ensure they comply with age-discrimination laws when recruiting senior managers may find a wider talent pool justifies the additional effort
The TUC's secretary general Brendan Barber is adamant that more legislation is needed to tighten up rogue agencies. But as Ben Jones found out, he would also like the unions and agencies to form closer relationships