Research from Totaljobs paints a concerning picture for job seekers in the UK The study reveals that people from Gen Z (1997-2012) submit an average of 24 job applications before securing a role—twice the number of Gen X (1965-1980) and Baby Boomers (1946-1964). This disparity raises critical questions about the prevalence of age bias in […]

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A recent report by recruitment tech firm ETZ, “Carer’s Leave OR Carers Leaving? Preventing the loss of workers from the job market,” has ignited discussion about the challenges faced by carers in the workplace, particularly those on fixed-term contracts. While the report highlights the urgent need for carer’s leave legislation in the UK, it also […]

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A survey by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) reveals a worsening recruitment crisis in the UK and IR35 could be at the heart of it The survey of over 4,700 businesses found that 74% reported recruitment difficulties in Q2 2024, a significant increase from 66% in Q1. Construction and engineering firms are bearing the […]

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