New workers' watchdog will have powers to tackle non-compliant umbrella companies
A Government spokesman also confirmed that the new workers’ watchdog will have powers to tackle non-compliance among umbrella companies which cheat the taxman and abuse staff.
More than 250,000 Yorkshire jobs will be 'at risk' as country moves to low-carbon economy
A report published by New Economics Foundation (NEF) states the region has “suffered from decades of industrial decline” but it still “relies disproportionately on carbon-intensive industries” and around 360,000 jobs – 15 per cent of all jobs in the region – could be affected as the Government looks to reduce UK emissions to net zero by 2050.
Quarterdeck's move to online training pays off amid pandemic
The Harrogate-based firm, which delivers leadership and people management programmes, said that when the pandemic struck, it realised that it swiftly needed to move from in-person to online training. The group said it rapidly developed a user-friendly library of its own bespoke Learning Management System software to deliver the training.
Hospitality businesses in Yorkshire 'turning down' some bookings due to 'massive recruitment issue'
Owners say they are struggling to fill a range of vacancies, as some staff decided to take on other jobs or retrain for a new career when they were furloughed over the last 15 months and many of the European workers who decided to go home have not returned.
Buying a house? Don’t overlook life insurance – Gareth Shaw
Gareth says…Protection insurance – which covers the likes of life insurance, income protection and critical illness insurance – is one of the most important financial investments you can make.
'More people updated their wills last year than at any time in previous 10 years'
Richard Harwood, a financial planner, at Brewin Dolphin in Leeds, said the pandemic seemed to have reminded people of their mortality and the importance of an up-to- date will.
Government funded support for local small businesses
I’ve seen first-hand the intensity of the challenges that the pandemic has presented for Yorkshire’s SMEs One thing is clear – while they have shown their resilience, many SME owners have felt isolated, particularly in their decision-making, and have missed being able to share their experiences with peers.
Renew boosts its green rail credentials with £5m acquisition
Leeds-based Renew said REL will bring “highly complementary” capabilities to Renew’s existing rail offering and will enable the group to further capitalise on the planned increased level of investment by Network Rail into rail electrification.
Specsavers set to hire 1,300 new members of staff as demand soars
Following the easing of restrictions, and with large numbers of customers postponing tests during the pandemic, the new roles have been created across all areas of the business to accommodate the increasing demand.
Clipper reports strong trading as shoppers switch to online during the pandemic
Earnings are expected to be around £32m for the year to April 30, an underlying increase of 53 per cent on the £21m achieved in the previous financial year.
