The coronavirus pandemic is, without doubt, one of the toughest situations we’ve had to face both personally and professionally. Now, with lockdown rules lifting at different rates throughout the UK, employers of non-essential workers are beginning to tentatively reopen their doors in a bid to get back to some semblance...
The government has announced all non-essential retailers will be able to reopen in England from 15 June, as part of plans to further ease the lockdown.Retailers will have to adhere to new guidelines to protect shoppers and workers. Outdoor markets and car showrooms will be able to reopen from 1...
The coronavirus outbreak has led to significant changes in working practices, with new measures introduced to safeguard employees. As with any upheaval, businesses have had to make some difficult decisions to ensure their future. One of which concerns recruitment, with many organisations opting to put all hiring plans on hold. While...
This morning, the goverment, in consultation with industry, has produced guidance to help ensure workplaces are as safe as possible.The 8 guides produced cover a range of different types of work, with many businesses that are operating across more than one type of workplace consulting multiple guides. Areas covered include:Construction...
It’s no secret that hiring managers have historically tried to avoid working with recruitment agencies, opting instead to manage the staffing process internally. However, in light of ongoing sector-wide skills shortages and the knock-on effect that COVID-19 is having on hiring and retaining talent, the tide is starting to turn. Here,...
On Wednesday, the Financial Times reported that the government would be issuing “workplace by workplace” guidance on how Britain can safely return to work after the COVID-19 lockdown. The 10 papers, expected to be published next week, will provide much-needed clarity on the plan to re-open workplaces and what constitutes...
The COVID-19 pandemic means that the effective cleaning and sanitisation of commercial buildings and public spaces has become critical. The prioritisation of proper cleaning has even seen crime scene cleanup crews deployed to sanitise public areas in a bid to create COVID-secure environments. With cleaning now much more than a matter...
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our way of life, with the situation unfolding at varying rates across the globe. When it comes to work, many employees have made the transition to working from home, which has placed a greater emphasis on not just technology and connectivity but also working...
Discussing talent attraction in any industry or sector is highly contentious right now. With many businesses battling to get to grips with remote working, projects grinding to a halt and office doors closed, the idea of adding staff can feel like a pipedream. When the lockdown lifts, some sectors will experience...
