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Topics covered in our weekly Infozone briefing include: employers to provide private health insurance for migrant staff; and CIPD calls for 'training wage'.
Posted: 02 July 2010 | 15:05
There are many ways of finding a job, but as your career progresses, you may find it useful to develop a relationship with a recruitment consultant. But how do you get the most out of one?
Posted: 02 July 2010 | 14:50
If you think your staff are being dishonest about sick days, particularly during the World Cup, you will need to manage the situation carefully. Legal expert Matthew Tom advises the best way to deal with short-term absences.
Posted: 01 July 2010 | 14:53
As banks continue to support only the best business plans, securing backing remains fraught and fickle. Stuart Planner examines where to go when looking to raise finance.
Posted: 01 July 2010 | 14:52
Give people reasonable notice, state what the business case is for moving someone, and consider offering them financial assistance.
Posted: 28 June 2010 | 16:35
All the fantastic things you can do with your internet-enabled mobile phone - not to mention your computer - mean that there are some slick tools for making your business run more smoothly about to reach the UK. Nick Huber reports on the latest technologies on show at last month's NRA show.
Posted: 25 June 2010 | 14:58
Topics covered in our weekly Infozone briefing include: Public wants DRA scrapped; and skills shortage persists.
Posted: 25 June 2010 | 14:53
Taking drugs or alcohol at work can be gross misconduct, but if you think your staff are being affected by what they take away from work you need to deal with the situation carefully and fairly. Matthew Tom explains.
Posted: 25 June 2010 | 12:54
Following the airline industry and springing unexpected fees on guests without explanation is not conducive to repeat business. But, says Carl Schneider, there are ways to implement fees without alienating guests or sacrificing services.
Posted: 18 June 2010 | 17:48
The best CVs not only tell a story, but also tell it quickly, clearly and simply. Your CV needs to make all your relevant abilities and potential stand out to the reader. Try to use language that is active and animated.
Posted: 18 June 2010 | 11:01
Topics covered in our weekly Infozone briefing include: Cameron appoints Lord Young to review health & safety laws; claimants outnumbering jobs by 5 to 1 in the country as a whole; and threat of spending cuts prompts drop in business confidence.
Posted: 18 June 2010 | 11:01
It is no longer acceptable for businesses with an annual turnover of more than £100,000 to submit VAT returns by paper. Chris Lane, a partner at accountancy firm Kingston Smith, explains the new rules on filing VAT returns online.
Posted: 14 June 2010 | 17:52
Topics covered in our weekly Infozone briefing include: employers must beware World Cup discrimination, warns law firm; Balls: 'movement of unskilled workers should be curtailed'; and sickness absence at all-time low.
Posted: 11 June 2010 | 14:23
For starters, a cycle-to-work scheme can help save money. Employers can avoid the 12.8% national insurance contribution on the value of cycling equipment.
Posted: 11 June 2010 | 10:47
As hospitality insolvencies continue to soar, Robert Burns looks at how to stay out of trouble and keep the cash flowing.
Posted: 11 June 2010 | 10:41
The recently published State of the Nation 2010 report by sector skills council People 1st has revealed that restaurants still have a higher than average level of staff turnover, at 36%. A
Posted: 02 June 2010 | 17:53
The hospitality industry must not get complacent about health and safety regulations. Mark Harrington, chief executive at Check Safety First, explains how to increase the quality of your product, reduce the risk of prosecution, and do wonders for the reputation of your establishment.
Posted: 02 June 2010 | 10:33
If you have an employee on long-term sickness absence, they have the right to take their annual leave during that period. Legal expert Kirsty McIntyre explains the impact of a European Court of Justice (ECJ) decision on the matter.
Posted: 02 June 2010 | 10:33
Topics covered in our weekly Infozone briefing include: VAT rise will cost jobs, warns BRC; and graduates gloomy about jobs.
Posted: 02 June 2010 | 10:32
Topics covered in our weekly Infozone briefing include: Firms urged to help staff in debt; brighter future for older workers; millions plan to delay retirement; and firms snap up ex-Service people.
Posted: 01 June 2010 | 16:12
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