Sector Specific News

Civil servants keep jobs while troops are sacked

MPs have described the sacking of armed forces personnel while civil servants remain secure in their posts as "grotesque".

Recruiters can help armed forces back into work

Recruitment specialists have been urged to help armed forces employees affected by the recent cuts back into work.

MoD announces further job cuts

The army, RAF and Royal Navy are facing job cuts amid budget fears.

Compassionate approach to long-term absence can boost reputation

Firms that are compassionate towards long-term absentees can increase their reputation and boost talent retention.

Public sector 'wary of PPPs'

Scepticism remains over the potential success of public private partnerships and their long-term impact on staff and business, a new report reveals.

Eating and taking exercise boosts concentration

Business leaders need to eat well and exercise regularly to ensure they make good decisions.

GPs to encourage long-term sick back to work

Doctors have been urged to aid the long-term sick in their transition back to work.

BT leads way in hiring of ex-service personnel

Former military personnel have been given the opportunity to take up positions with BT

NHS whistleblowers to be protected

Changes to the NHS Constitution will provide backing for members of staff who point out concerns within the operation.

NHS launches tool to boost leadership skills

A new feedback tool has been introduced to boost career development within the NHS.