Mergers have proven extremely profitable for a number of companies in recent years, with the lower consumer spending throughout the financial crisis prompting many to combine forces in order to gain access to a wider network of consumers and revenues. One of... Read More
While unemployment has dropped in recent months, a growing number of employers have voiced concerns about the future of the UK labour market. In part, this is due to the percentage of people who have reached, or are approaching, retirement age but would... Read More
Confidence among CEOs and managing directors of British companies has hit a 22 year high, topping even the levels of confidence seen in the early 2000s before the financial crisis hit. According to business consultants BDO’s monthly optimism index, which... Read More
As businesses continue to invest in growth and attempt to widen their client bases, an increasing number are finding it difficult to fill vacant staffing positions with suitably qualified applicants. In response to this problem, a number of industry bodies... Read More
When comparing the economy of today with the situation only one year ago, one may be forgiven for assuming that the fast pace of recovery has ensured financial security for businesses in record time. However, as the economy is still geared towards austerity... Read More
Economic recovery in the UK has led to widespread job creation, with employers nationwide keen to increase staff numbers in order to capitalise on a boom in orders from both at home and overseas. Yet while many believe the majority of these job opportunities... Read More
As the UK’s economic forecast continues to improve, both workers and businesses are experiencing a boost in confidence which has led to not only an increase in available positions but also a leap in the fluidity of the country’s workforce. Yet... Read More
Employment in the financial services sector is growing at the fastest rate since 2007 a new study reveals. Companies within the sector recruited 10,000 extra staff in the final quarter of 2013, and that figure is forecast to rise by a further 15,000 in the... Read More
Unemployment has steadily become far less of an issue in the UK’s push for economic recovery, with employment rates steadily rising on a quarterly basis. James Dyson claims he is finding it difficult to recruit qualified engineers However, industry... Read More
As the economy improves job security has become less of an issue than at the height of the recession. In fact, as the New Year begins, a large percentage of workers are actively seeking new jobs. According to a survey conducted by the Institute of... Read More
