Jobs Outlook: Hiring intentions continue to rise despite increased worries about the economy

In the final quarter of 2020, employers were feeling more confident about hiring and an increasing proportion expected to bring in new permanent staff in the coming months – despite…

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Brexit’s impact on recruitment: Five things all recruiters need to be aware of

It might seem like Christmas was ages ago. Between digesting the good (having a Brexit deal), the bad (new lockdown), and the ugly (how do we navigate the massive yet…

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REC response to Brexit deal: Good news on deal must be accompanied by practical support for businesses

Responding to the announcement that the UK and the EU have reached a Brexit deal, Neil Carberry, Chief Executive of the REC, said: "It will be a huge relief to…

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Clear industry and regional divide in job advert recovery

1.77 million active job adverts in the UK in December 2020, an increase of 10.5% from December 2019 Significant increase in job adverts for roles in healthcare and construction, while…

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