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Boosting pay levels 'a priority for firms'
Firms will focus on ensuring their pay is attractive to workers in 2010, the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development has concluded.
'Diverse approach' needed for talent management
New research from the CIPD has found that businesses need to focus on taking a diverse approach to how they recruit and retain talent.
Government scheme passes training milestone
One million people have used the service to improve their workplace skills.
Managers 'need training to deal with health issues'
The Chartered Management Institute has called on line managers to be given more training on how to deal with the health issues faced by their workers.
Firms 'need to make retaining talent a priority'
New research has suggested that keeping hold of talent should be a priority for businesses.
Research shows relationship between employee health and creativity
The study has indicated firms that show an interest in the wellbeing of their workers will benefit from increased creativity.
Managers 'need to reassure staff of confidentiality'
Bosses have been encouraged to make sure their employees know any comments they make about bullying are treated in confidence, following the recent row over alleged bullying at 10 Downing Street.
Hartlepool physio business expands
Paul Gough has opened a fourth premises for its Paul Gough Physio Rooms business, which he set up three years ago after working for Darlington Football Club.
Managers show disinterest, UK workers say
New research has shown many UK employees feel managers do not show enough interest in their welfare.
Small business executives 'unaware of employment law importance'
Over a third of small business executives do not think employment law legislation applies to them, according to new research.
Fathers 'making flexible working a priority'
Most dads now consider flexible working opportunities when looking for a new job.
Flexible working 'gets the most out of staff'
The Trades Union Congress has spoken of the benefits flexible working practices can have for a workforce.
Working from home 'can boost productivity'
Firms that let their employees work from home can see performance improve, one expert has claimed.
New business starters to get extra government help
Those looking to establish their own firm will be able to benefit from advice and financial assistance from the government.
New business starters 'need to plan thoroughly'
People looking to start a business need to have a realistic view when it comes to finances, according to one expert.
Businesses warned of upcoming PAYE changes
Companies should be aware of the alterations to PAYE that are being introduced in May.
Good working relationships 'helps retain employees'
Companies can keep hold of their best talent by ensuring their line managers are on good terms with staff and making personnel feel valued, an expert has suggested.
LFR makes use of Train to Gain funding
The fire service is providing its workers the chance to secure qualifications in information technology, maths and IT.
Train to Gain 'helping businesses develop worker skills'
New figures have shown that the initiative is popular among firms wanting to raise the skill level of their workforce.
Retaining talent 'to be key this year'
Businesses will have to keep hold of their best talent to make the most of opportunities that will arise following the UK's exit from recession, it has been suggested.