Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
By clicking Sign Up you're confirming that you agree with our Terms and Conditions.
The human resources body, the CIPD, report that about 56% of 2,000 firms surveyed planned to hire in the first three months of 2021. This was the first positive signs for employment prospects it had seen in a year. The sectors with the strongest hiring intentions include healthcare, finance and insurance, education and ICT."Our findings suggest that unemployment may be close to peak and may even undershoot official forecasts, especially given the reported fall in the supply of overseas workers," said Gerwyn Davies from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), which carried out the survey with recruitment firm Adecco.Full story here on the BBC website
Read some of our recent and related articles
Join The Rainy Day Trusts First Campaign of 2026: Mad March Million Before It's Too Late!
Mad March Million encourages housewares teams to do 10 extra daily activity minutes in March, promoting wellbeing, fun, and team spirit.
Final Reminder: Knife Sales Licensing Consultation Closes Tuesday 24 February
BHETA urges all businesses involved in the manufacture, import, distribution, or sale of knives and other bladed articles to respond to the Government’s proposed knife sales licensing regime.
Rainy Day Trust: here to help your people and add value to your business
Rainy Day Trust highlights its people-first support for the home improvement sector, with CEO Anna Skeats connecting with businesses and championing wellbeing through Mad March Million.
BHETA urges all businesses selling or importing Bladed Articles to respond to Government's Knife Licensing consultation
BHETA is alerting all businesses involved in the manufacture, import, distribution, or sale of bladed articles to a Government proposal to introduce a mandatory licensing scheme for sellers and importers.
Mad March Million: Small Steps, Big Impact for Wellbeing
Rainy Day Trust launches Mad March Million, a fun, industry-wide campaign encouraging teams to move 10 extra minutes daily, boosting wellbeing, camaraderie, and supporting a good cause.
Unlock BHETA Member Benefits & Connect With Retailers
Unlock exclusive access to a diverse range of retailers eager to connect with suppliers. Inquire now to discover how our membership can elevate your business.