Sector News Wire

Employment, HR & Recruitment

Employment, recruitment, human resources, and workplace matters.

Eden PR•

Career Expert Offers Jobseekers Guidance to Avoid AI Pitfalls

Owen Morgan, Managing Director at INTOO UK & Ireland, advises jobseekers to adapt their CVs for AI-powered applicant tracking systems (ATS) as redundancy levels rise in the UK. He emphasises the importance of using clear, simple language and relevant keywords from job descriptions to ensure applications pass through these systems. This guidance is crucial as many candidates are unprepared for job searching in a tech-driven recruitment environment.

Career Expert Offers Jobseekers Guidance to Avoid AI Pitfalls
April 4, 2026•Eden PR•

Recruiter Calls for ‘Resilience Training’ to be Added to National Curriculum

Emma-Louise Taylor from Gi Group UK is advocating for 'resilience training' to be included in the UK national curriculum to address the rise in mental health issues among young workers. She argues that teaching children how to manage stress and understand their emotional responses could lead to greater workforce stability and reduce long-term absences due to mental health issues. This call comes amid research showing mental ill-health as a leading cause of work absences in the UK.

Recruiter Calls for ‘Resilience Training’ to be Added to National Curriculum
2 April 2026•Aubergine Commuincations Ltd•

Yorkshire’s Coolest Employer? The Ice Co Makes UK Top 100 List

The Ice Co, based in Pontefract, has been named one of the UK's Best Workplaces in 2026 by Great Place To Work, ranking 98th in the medium-sized business category. This recognition highlights the company's commitment to inclusion, quality, and employee growth, with benefits like training opportunities and discounts. The accolade is based on employee feedback about trust, innovation, and company culture.

Yorkshire’s Coolest Employer? The Ice Co Makes UK Top 100 List
Warwickshire, UK,•Wildfire•

Midlands business shortlisted for two UK awards for “life-changing” impact

Clare Haynes, founder of the Leamington Spa-based coaching company Wildfire, has been shortlisted for Coach of the Year at the British HR Awards and Best Impact at the Best SME Awards. These nominations recognise her significant influence on improving workplace communication, particularly in handling difficult conversations. This recognition underscores the importance of effective communication skills in professional settings.

Midlands business shortlisted for two UK awards for “life-changing” impact
March 30, 2026•Eden PR•

East Midlands Recruiter Raises Thousands and Launches Easter Appeal to Support Local Food Banks

Gi Group UK, a recruitment and HR firm, has raised £3,000 and launched an Easter appeal to support local food banks, encouraging donations of food and essentials from its employees across the UK. The initiative aims to assist families in need during the Easter period, with a focus on Chesterfield, where the company is headquartered. Additionally, the Grimsby hub is partnering with North East Lincolnshire Council to donate Easter eggs for foster children.

East Midlands Recruiter Raises Thousands and Launches Easter Appeal to Support Local Food Banks
Eden PR•

Outplacement Leader Offers Candidates ‘Golden’ Interview Tips Amid Crowded Job Market

With UK unemployment at a five-year high of 5.2%, Owen Morgan from INTOO UK & Ireland advises jobseekers to enhance their interview preparation using methods like the STAR technique to better articulate their skills and experiences. INTOO offers tools and simulator sessions to help candidates practise and improve their interview performance, emphasising the importance of soft skills and adaptability in the current job market. Morgan also highlights the value of self-reflection and seeking feedba

Outplacement Leader Offers Candidates ‘Golden’ Interview Tips Amid Crowded Job Market
Milton Keynes, UK - 24.03.2026•Connection Communications•

The Hidden Cost of Remote Work: Why Britain’s Hybrid Workers Are Seeking Connection Again

Remote and hybrid working in the UK has led to increased feelings of loneliness among employees, with 58% reporting loneliness at work and 42% considering leaving their jobs because of it. This shift away from traditional office interactions is impacting mental health and costing employers significantly, prompting the rise of co-working hubs that offer both flexibility and social connection. Experts suggest balancing remote work with in-person interactions to support mental wellbeing and product

The Hidden Cost of Remote Work: Why Britain’s Hybrid Workers Are Seeking Connection Again
Press release: March 2026•Outrank•

Teesside digital agency named 2nd best workplace in the UK

Digital marketing agency Outrank has been ranked 2nd among the UK's Best Medium Workplaces by Great Place to Work, highlighting its strong workplace culture. This achievement reflects Outrank's rapid growth and commitment to employee wellbeing and professional development, as it moved from the small to medium business category in just a few years. The recognition underscores the agency's focus on maintaining a positive work environment as it expands.

Teesside digital agency named 2nd best workplace in the UK
LONDON, ENGLAND - March 17, 2026•Everywhen•

Baby boomer employees: the greatest concern for both mental and physical health

Research by Everywhen highlights that employers are most concerned about the mental and physical health of baby boomer employees (aged 61+), although concerns exist across all age groups. Employers tend to worry more about the mental health of younger workers and the physical health of older workers. The study suggests that employers should assess the specific health needs of their workforce to provide appropriate support.

Baby boomer employees: the greatest concern for both mental and physical health
Eden PR•

HR Boss Warns Against Applicant Dishonesty Amidst Job Market Pressure

Unemployment in the UK has reached a five-year high of 5.2%, leading some jobseekers to consider dishonest tactics, such as lying on CVs, to secure employment. Cindy Gunn from Gi Group warns against this behaviour, highlighting the potential for legal consequences and urging employers to implement thorough vetting processes to ensure candidate authenticity. With intense competition in sectors like engineering, employers are advised to focus on robust vetting rather than shortcuts to avoid hiring

HR Boss Warns Against Applicant Dishonesty Amidst Job Market Pressure
York, MARCH 12, 2026•Western Associates PR•

Vismo appoints new CEO - former Ernst & Young Commercial Director Tom Cowling

Vismo has appointed Tom Cowling, formerly a business development director at Ernst & Young, as its new CEO. Cowling aims to expand the user base of Vismo's safety app, which helps protect employees at work, as the company grows in the UK and US markets. This leadership change is significant as it aligns with the increasing focus on employee safety in both private and public sectors.

Vismo appoints new CEO - former Ernst & Young Commercial Director Tom Cowling
LONDON, LDN - March 11, 2026•SMUK•

Policies that encourage returns to work should have been in the Spring Statement

Katharine Moxham from GRiD criticized the UK government's Spring Statement for not including policies to encourage people back to work, especially those inactive due to ill-health. She highlighted the financial strain caused by economic inactivity and the missed opportunity to promote workforce health. Moxham also noted that not addressing double taxation on group income protection plans could hinder support for employees on long-term sick leave.

Policies that encourage returns to work should have been in the Spring Statement
Leeds, UK, March 5, 2026•Ascensor (on behalf of TSA Surveying)•

Yorkshire recruiter TSA hands ownership and profit share to employees

Yorkshire-based recruitment and people solutions specialist TSA Surveying has marked its first full year as an Employee-Owned Trust (EOT) by paying a profit-share bonus to its team. The move, initiated on March 7th last year, sees the surveying and property recruitment firm transfer 100% of its ownership into a trust held for the benefit of its employees. TSA’s turnover hit £14m in 2025 after experiencing 28% year-on-year growth since 2020. The EOT serves as a long-term succession plan for found

Yorkshire recruiter TSA hands ownership and profit share to employees
Newcastle upon Tyne - March 4, 2026•Karol Marketing•

New Chair announced for partnership helping North East tenants overcome barriers to work

Bernicia’s Executive Director of Communities, Jenny Allinson, has been appointed Chair of an award winning North East social housing partnership helping tenants and residents overcome barriers to find employment. She will head up the Housing Employment Network North East (HENNE) which pools the collective expertise of 12 North East housing associations responsible for managing 186,000 homes. Jenny takes over the role of Chair from Tyne Housing’s Chief Executive Steve McKinlay, who will step down

New Chair announced for partnership helping North East tenants overcome barriers to work
Eden PR•

Gi Group Returns to Growth Despite Market Pressures

While the UK labour market continues to flatline and employers remain cautious in the face of rising costs, leading HR and recruitment specialist Gi Group has bucked the trend, reporting a return to growth. The company recorded 5% growth in Q4 of 2025, and double-digit growth in December alone, outperforming the market despite the current economic challenges. Though the broader jobs market remains stagnant, Gi Group has driven its growth through rising demand in the manufacturing, logistics and

Gi Group Returns to Growth Despite Market Pressures
London - Wednesday 25th February 2026•World Medical Card•

Why Peace of Mind is the Ultimate Gift This Employee Appreciation Day

It’s Employee Appreciation Day 2026 on Friday, 6th March. In a world where talent is increasingly mobile and health-conscious, the most meaningful way to say thank you is to invest in your team’s safety and peace of mind. One way to demonstrate this commitment is by gifting your team a World Medical Card (WMC) membership. WMC offers something more fundamental than a gift basket or voucher. It offers security in an emergency. Why Employee Appreciation Day Matters Employee Appreciation Day isn’t j

Why Peace of Mind is the Ultimate Gift This Employee Appreciation Day
LONDON - FEBRUARY 19, 2026•RADAR PR•

Supertemps grows amid recruitment boom and major employment law changes

Supertemps is experiencing strong, sustained growth across North Wales as employer demand surges in manufacturing, aerospace, and food and drink The award-winning agency, which operates from offices in Bangor and Colwyn Bay, says organisations are once again looking to strengthen their workforces, creating new opportunities across both permanent and temporary recruitment as companies move from caution to confidence. Managing Director Sarah Ellwood said the uplift reflects a more positive outlook

Supertemps grows amid recruitment boom and major employment law changes
LONDON, ENGLAND - February 17, 2026•Everywhen•

Employee mental health tops the concerns and priorities of employers for 5th year running

New research from employee benefits experts, Everywhen, reveals today that mental health tops the list of employers’ concerns and priorities for 2026. A significant 59% of employers are concerned about the mental health of their employees. Reflecting this level of concern, 49% of employers will be prioritising support for mental health over the next 12 months. With this priority, it is vital that the support put in place is effective. Mental health concerns Mental health is an ongoing issue in t

Employee mental health tops the concerns and priorities of employers for 5th year running
LONDON - FEBRUARY 13, 2026•RADAR PR•

Expansion creates senior and graduate planning jobs in Wales and North West

New jobs are being created as Cadnant Planning accelerates growth, announcing senior and graduate recruitment following a surge in major development projects across Wales and the North West. The consultancy is seeking an Associate Director to build on momentum in Chester, alongside a Planner and/or Senior Planner based out of its Conwy headquarters, as workloads continue to rise. The Associate Director appointment has been created to strengthen the company’s footprint across Chester, Wrexham and

Expansion creates senior and graduate planning jobs in Wales and North West
LONDON, ENGLAND - February 3, 2026•Everywhen•

Only 17% of employers focussing on cancer

The very latest research from the employee benefits experts at Everywhen shows that only 17% of employers will be focussing their employee health and wellbeing support on serious illnesses such as cancer this year. This is concerning given that cancer rates are increasing, with an estimated 3.5 million people in the UK living with cancer in 2025, compared to around 3 million in 2020. With World Cancer Day (4 February) bringing the topic to the fore, Everywhen is advising employers to consider th

Only 17% of employers focussing on cancer
Page 3