The latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed that the unemployment rate rose to 4.9 per cent in the three months to October 2020, with redundancies reaching a record high.
Employment: More applicants now from non-EU countries than EU countries ahead of Brexit
Recent research has indicated that the number of applications from non-EU countries for UK-based roles now outweighs the number of EU applicants.
Employment: Government set to limit the use of non-compete clauses
The Government is set to limit the use of non-compete clauses as it looks to encourage a more entrepreneurial environment, as it looks to begin consultation this week.
COVID-19: HMRC updates guidance for late furlough claims
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has updated its guidance on late furlough claims, clarifying what is meant by a ‘reasonable excuse’ for submission after the deadline.
COVID-19: Employment Tribunals scheduled more than 12 months in advance
Delays at employment tribunals are set to increase, with discrimination cases taking as long as 14 months to reach a court hearing, according to the latest research.