Obstacles in progressing are important both for people and for the economy
Chief executives voice fears about impact on recruitment ahead of expected rise in Budget
UK hospitality chains have increased service charges to offset the high cost of employment
Companies will be required to conduct stringent checks on people
Youth inactivity is a problem in the UK, but we can learn from our past — and the countries that are getting it right
Government rejects speculation it will water down ‘day one’ protection against unfair dismissal
Resolution Foundation calls on Rachel Reeves to level up treatment of freelancers and employees in Budget
Data suggests businesses cut number of hours worked by staff to bring down labour costs
Charity that sets voluntary rate says rise reflects increase in cost of essentials and higher expectations for living standards
Higher education leaders warn new qualification for young adults is not a ‘quick fix’ for work-focused training
Institute of Student Employers cites cost pressures and worries over economic outlook
Resolution Foundation estimates output per hour worked rose 1.6% over past year
Latest levy and legislative changes threaten to fuel a fresh shift towards off-payroll work, warn employers and analysts
Official figures showed payroll employment rose by 10,000 between July and August
Matthew Taylor, a chief political strategist in the mid-2000s, will head enforcement body for tougher employment rules
People with a degree are faring better, not worse than their non-graduate counterparts
British premier embarks on two-day trade trip with 125 chief executives, cultural leaders and university vice-chancellors
Collective bargaining in social care could save an ailing sector — but only if it’s done properly
Employers and employees grow cautious as AI and trade war threaten disruption
Monthly earnings drop by 42% over five years following first birth, ONS finds
Statistics for September reveal continuing impact of payroll tax rises on hiring and employment
Those who refuse to take part in government scheme are likely to face sanctions
The salary and non-salary data show degrees still deliver for students in the long run
Workers in Britain are charged tens of thousands of pounds — but figure could rise if qualification period is extended
Britain must ‘turn the tide’ on loss of talent, says British Chambers of Commerce director-general Shevaun Haviland
