A new body has launched to advise government on addressing the rising economic inactivity among working age people in the UK. The Labour Market Advisory Board brings together experts from across business, industrial relations and academia to advise government on how to bring down to the rising … [Read more...]
News for: Employment
Stockport employers invited to help boost aspirations of children and young people
The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is working with councils and employers across the region to help young people raise their career aspirations for the future. Positive encounters with employers can make all the difference to the future career aspiration and skill set of Greater … [Read more...]
New report highlights progress made in tackling Greater Manchester’s skills shortages
A new report released by Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) has highlighted to new courses and initiatives moving forward in the city-region to address skills shortages. The report, published alongside GCSE results when many will be thinking about future career and education options, … [Read more...]
Stockport Council honoured with top award by MoD
Stockport Council has been accredited with the prestigious Gold Award by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for its ongoing support for veterans and their families.? The award, given under the MoD's Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS), celebrates the council’s commitment to integrating the unique skills … [Read more...]
Summer campaign launched to help people across Greater Manchester explore skills options
A new campaign is using labour market insight to help people across Greater Manchester explore their employment and skills development options ahead of September. Delivered by The Growth Company on behalf of GMCA, Employ GM helps people find jobs, search for courses, and find localised support … [Read more...]
Stockport Council to host job fair
Stockport Council will be showcasing the range of job and career opportunities it has to offer to local residents at its annual Jobs Fair. The event, taking place on 17th September from 11am to 4pm at Stockport Town Hall, is the perfect opportunity to come and meet representatives from Stockport … [Read more...]
Young people to change careers 50% more than their parents’ generation, finds Handelsbanken
Young adults aged between 18-34 expect to have an average of three different careers over their lifetime with a five-year pension holiday, according to a new study commissioned by Handelsbanken Wealth & Asset Management. The research underlines how work and pension expectations differ … [Read more...]
Stockport property company welcomes new Associate Director
Following a surge in UK-wide new client instructions, Stockport-based commercial agent and property services company Fairhurst Buckley has expanded their team by appointing Dan Whelan as the new Associate Director. Dan Whelan, a highly experienced Chartered Building Surveyor, holds a BSc (Hons) … [Read more...]
Hallidays HR welcomes new team member
Stockport-based HR outsourcing provider, Hallidays HR, has welcomed new team member, Abigail Antrobus, as an HR Advisor. Abigail brings to the business 15 years experience in HR, having worked in the Care, Education and Construction industries. A focus on generalist roles throughout her career … [Read more...]
LSH Auto welcomes ‘Class of 24’ apprentices
LSH Auto has welcomed 20 new apprentices to join its teams in Mercedes-Benz dealerships in Stockport, Whitefield, Birmingham, Solihull and Tamworth. The new ‘class of 24’ includes recruits undertaking three-year apprenticeships as Light Vehicle Technicians, Retail Parts Advisors, Paint … [Read more...]
Strikes Act 2023 to be repealed in upcoming Employment Rights Bill
Laws which came into force in 2023 to enforce minimum service levels during public service strikes are to be repealed in a new bill aimed at strengthening employment rights. The Government has announced it plans to reverse the previous administration's requirements for minimum service levels to … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: The art of conducting an effective job interview
Stockport-based HR outsourcing firm, Hallidays HR, explains how finding the right person to join your business starts with an effective job interview. From encouraging productivity to improving team dynamics and customer satisfaction, hiring the right person can have a significant impact on your … [Read more...]
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