Employment & Economy
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Pessimistic Employers Concerned About Impact of Government Reforms on Labour Costs
A significant majority (62%) of employers surveyed by the CBI and Pertemps predict a decline in the UK as an attractive place to invest and do business over the next five years.
Sep 17, 2024
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Most SMEs Still Struggling to Embrace AI
The majority of SMEs are still not using artificial intelligence, despite a growing acceptance by businesses that it will help boost productivity.
Jul 25, 2024
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Businesses can attract people back into the office – if the offer is right
Free food, free drinks and social gatherings can be effective in enticing workers back into the office, a new survey has revealed.
Jun 11, 2024
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New report launched to drive positive change in UK workforce
Only through more collaborative working will we be able to bridge skills gaps and remove more barriers to employment.
Feb 21, 2024
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Qualifications no longer centre stage when hiring first-time jobseekers
Aptitude is more important that a polished CV for employers looking to take on first-time jobseekers, a survey has revealed.
Feb 9, 2024
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38% of businesses report labour shortages holding back growth - CBI/Pertemps Employment Trends Survey
More than two-thirds (71%) of respondent businesses have been impacted by labour shortages over the last year and nearly 8 in 10 believe (77%) that access to skills is a threat to labour market competitiveness, in a new survey out today (Thursday).
Oct 12, 2023
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Engagement with AI on social channels higher than with “human” content
AI bots get greater engagement on social media posts than those created by humans, a survey has shown.
Jul 4, 2023
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Recruitment chair calls on the Government for flexibility on apprenticeship levy
The Government must widen the apprenticeship levy with a broader skills focus, so more can be spent on modular training and short-term, targeted training courses, according to a leading Midlands businesswoman as she made the comment.
Jun 8, 2023
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Increased diversity in logistics sector needs “mindset change”
The logistics industry needs to “advertise in the right communities and make itself more attractive” to tackle the lack of diversity, according to an industry expert.
Apr 19, 2023
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Workers must retain “Pandemic spirit” to plug skills gaps
More than a third of workers have switched industries as a result of Covid, according to a new poll.
Mar 30, 2023
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Company fleets “must set the driving standard for other road users”
Fleet managers and their drivers have a key role to play in raising standards on UK roads, according to a former police traffic inspector speaking on an inaugural Pertemps podcast.
Mar 15, 2023
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Budget key to “unlocking door” to labour market
The Government has a golden opportunity to unlock the labour market by encouraging tens of thousands of people back into work with the Spring Budget, according to a leading recruitment industry specialist.
Mar 14, 2023
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Young people are cut off from being economic stakeholders
The skills gap will continue to broaden unless the Government can put young people at the centre of our economic recovery.
Feb 15, 2023
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Thames Water creates new roles as part of digital transformation
The UK’s largest utility company is looking to attract digital specialists to help change how they do things for the better and become a digitally intelligent organisation.
Jan 30, 2023
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Three-quarters of UK companies hit by labour shortages in last 12 months - CBI/Pertemps
Three-quarters of respondent businesses have been impacted by labour shortages over the last year and a majority now believe the issue is a threat to labour market competitiveness, in a new survey out today (Tuesday).
Oct 10, 2022
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1980s economic productivity slump “a real threat” warning
Labour shortages will continue to hit UK productivity unless companies can access untapped talent to help bridge the skills gap and fill thousands of job vacancies.
Sep 29, 2022
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Money still main job motivator, poll finds
A good salary is still the most important consideration for the majority of people when looking for a job, a new survey for recruitment specialist Pertemps has revealed.
May 5, 2022
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Lorry driver crisis to worsen, survey shows
Nearly a quarter of lorry drivers expect to leave the industry in the next three years, according to the largest ever survey of HGV drivers by Pertemps.
Nov 11, 2021
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91% of HGV drivers in UK feel undervalued, survey shows
More needs to be done to keep experienced truck drivers behind the wheel and help address the current shortage – with more respect and improved conditions top of the list.
Oct 15, 2021
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Three quarters of UK businesses concerned about impact of labour shortages on competitiveness, according to CBI/Pertemps Network Group
Jobs market rebounds as hiring and pay rises accelerate
Sep 20, 2021
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Businesses urged to take part in 2021 Employment Trends Survey
Pertemps Network Group and CBI are calling on businesses to participate in an annual employment trends survey to help shape strategies to overcome current skill shortages.
Aug 24, 2021
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Free training offer to tackle UK lorry driver shortage
Future lorry drivers are being offered £5,000 LGV licence acquisition training courses for free in a bid to get Britain back to work amid a huge shortage of logistics staff.
Aug 12, 2021
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Recruiting strategies key to avoid “stagnating” UK economic recovery
The UK’s economic recovery in the wake of Covid is in danger of stagnating if stronger recruitment strategies are not put into place and supported by Government.
Jul 21, 2021
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Getting recruitment right boosts UK productivity by £7.7bn each year – this must be used to drive the recovery, says REC
A new study, published today, will tell the Government exactly what recruiters know already – the recruitment industry is playing a vital role in accelerating the UK’s recovery from Covid-19.
Feb 16, 2021
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Firms bolster efforts to protect jobs by reducing hours and pay and look at restructuring operations as they head into the Autumn, according to the latest CBI/Pertemps Network Group Employment Trends Survey.
The annual survey – in its twenty-third year and with 248 respondent firms – revealed a two-speed jobs market emerging with 51% of firms expecting to maintain or increase their permanent recruitment in the next 12 months and 46% planning to either reduce permanent recruitment or not recruit at all.
Sep 17, 2020
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Help shape recovery agenda for jobs and growth
The CBI has launched the 2020 Employment Trends Survey (ETS) in collaboration with Pertemps Network Group. Businesses are encouraged to complete the survey to help shape the government’s agenda for the recovery plan for jobs and growth.
Aug 18, 2020
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New employee engagement research to help tackle LGV driver shortage
Talent in Logistics today launches a nationwide LGV driver engagement survey in partnership with Pertemps Driving Division. The unique research project aims to uncover the reality of working as a professional LGV driver, with a view to identifying insights that will help the transport and logistics sector tackle its skills shortage.
Feb 5, 2020
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Driving engagement in Logistics
Pertemps Driving Division partnered with Talent in Logistics to give drivers a real voice to help bring about positive change and improvements for their profession.
Feb 5, 2020