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Rishi Sunak has vowed to get people back to work but data indicates problems with the diagnosis — and proposed solution
Research by Resolution Foundation will increase calls for reform of UK workers’ rights
Big Four firm’s move prompted by government decision to raise salary threshold for skilled worker admission
The backlog of cases at tribunals, often seeking compensation for minor slights, serves no one except the lawyers
Mental and behavioural disorders were most common cause given by doctors for ordering workers to take time off
Average earnings increased 5.6% in three months to February despite weaker jobs market
Increases to minimum rates have lifted living standards but prompted unwelcome trade-offs for employers
Findings will add to concerns that visa scheme puts people at risk of debt bondage and exploitation
Decision will come as relief to businesses after period of rapid increases
Frustration for policymakers as review finds concerns remain over ONS gathering of employment numbers
Half the UK’s young people from ethnic minority backgrounds have experienced workplace discrimination
Rate setters will be watching for signs of pay growth feeding inflation
Party leader sends out senior colleagues to urge engagement over intended reforms
Data confirms inflationary pressures are easing
FTSE 100 group will increase rate to at least £12 putting it above the national minimum wage
Overhaul planned by main opposition party could backfire and end up harming employees and bosses, say executives
Warning by government migration adviser comes ahead of sharp rise in salary floors for overseas hires
Umbrella union body says most employees on zero-hour contracts have been ‘stuck’ in same job for a year or more
Lower wage growth and higher productivity might be why bosses like remote working more than we think
Pace of earnings growth including bonuses slowed to 5.8% in fourth quarter, official figures show
The UK system is a mess and a big threat to economic growth
Gaps in labour market figures are hampering policymakers, businesses and researchers
Companies will have to pay much higher salaries to people recruited on skilled worker visas from April
Solving Britains’ productivity and growth puzzle depends on collective action on employment and skills
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