Nearly ¼ of all UK workers will be seeking a new job in 2024, these figures were reported in an article in Finextra at the end of 2023 and the numbers were taken from a survey of 5000 UK workers, 40% of those believed that January was the best time of the year to start … Continued
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In the March 2023 budget, the government announced they would be offering free places to working parents and this plan would roll out in 2024. As we approach the end of 2023, parents are already visiting nursery schools and places in some areas are limited. But this is going to make a significant difference to … Continued
Firstly do you know what generation classification you fall into? Generations have been defined as when you were born and how that affects your attitudes, behaviours, values and perceptions. There are now 6 well-known generations, with an additional one from the turn of the century, but this was an American definition and has a lot … Continued
After months of negative news about the manufacturing sector, it was good to read their Q4 report to r and see some of the indicator arrows finally face upwards! Even though domestic orders have remained flat, there has been a net 10% increase in exports, and this is the first time exports have beaten domestic orders since … Continued
Quality management is an essential part of any manufacturing process. It ensures that products and services meet the needs and expectations of customers, and that they are consistently produced to a high standard. Quality management jobs in manufacturing are in high demand in the UK, and are expected to remain so in 2023 and beyond. … Continued
Neurodiverse individuals, individuals with conditions such as autism, dyslexia, and ADHD, can bring a wide range of skills and perspectives to the workplace. By embracing neurodiversity, businesses can reap several benefits, including: Increased innovation and creativity Improved problem-solving abilities Enhanced customer service A more inclusive and welcoming workplace Enhanced Creativity – Neurodiverse individuals often think … Continued
Nowadays most people would say they would be on some sort of spectrum and that none of us are perfect, other than me of course! No seriously, I think it would be hard to classify anyone as completely normal now that we understand the range of diversity and how many of these natural differences in … Continued
Shhhhhhhh don’t mention the M word! Until very recently, menopause was a taboo subject and women in the 50s were leaving industry in their droves, due to undiagnosed menopausal symptoms and lack of understanding in the workplace. In March this year, the Government employed its first Menopause Employment Champion, Helen Tomlinson, who took up the … Continued
Police chiefs in this country have been accused of decriminalizing shoplifting where the theft of the items is less than £200. This was a recent headline in the Telegraph but Chris Philps, who is the Minister of State in the Home Office, responded by saying, “Forces must investigate every shoplifting offence where there is CCTV … Continued