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Business Matters
1 day ago
Remote teams

Labour Ministers Ease Up on Enforcing Three-Day Office Week for Civil Servants

Labour ministers are shifting away from strict office attendance policies while promoting flexible working to enhance productivity and economic growth. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Canada news

Advocates for migrants, employers unimpressed with temporary foreign worker changes | CBC News

The Liberal government's changes to Canada's temporary foreign worker program have drawn criticism for potentially scapegoating workers amid rising unemployment. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

The Guardian view on the future of public transport: time to invest and think big | Editorial

The NAO's report criticizes the Conservative government's handling of HS2, warning that cutting the northern leg may harm rail capacity. [ more ]
Theregister
4 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

'Right to switch off' could boost economy and beat burnout

The UK government's proposed 'right to switch off' aims to improve work-life balance and productivity for workers. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Business

Labour must be prepared to spend to achieve real growth | Observer editorial

Public sector workers require above-inflation pay rises to tackle recruitment and retention challenges, amidst a history of declining real wages since 2010. [ more ]
Business Matters
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Rayner signals potential delays to key employment reforms

Angela Rayner hints at delays in elements of workers' rights overhaul amid complexity, impacting the anticipated Employment Bill. [ more ]
Business Matters
1 month ago
Education

Private school closures expected as VAT charge implemented early

Labour's sudden VAT on private school fees in January sparks panic and potential closures, causing distress among parents and independent schools. [ more ]
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