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Britons 'putting work before health'
An increasing number of British people are putting their job before their health due to the pressures of the current financial climate, according to an expert.
Rescue package 'should include small firms'
Small companies should be recognised in the bank restructuring programme to help them with rising costs, according to an industry body.
Rate cut was 'essential'
Industry bodies describe the Bank of England's decision to cut interest rates by 0.5 per cent as good news for small firms.
Companies looking for growth
Cash rich, well-run businesses will be in a strong position to gain market share and make acquisitions over the coming months, a source reports.
More companies opt to screen employees
An increasing number of firms are choosing to screen candidates in a bid to protect the company's data and ensure it is not put at risk, according to a source.
Closing of energywatch 'will affect small businesses'
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has stated many companies will not know where to turn following the closure of energywatch.
Both employers and staff need to be represented
An overhaul of the employment tribunal system needs to take into account the needs of staff and employers, according to the Employers' Forum on Disability (EFD).
Recruitment 'needs to have vetting procedure'
Criminal record checks should not be relied on solely in the recruitment process and a 'proper vetting procedure' should be in place, according to an industry body.
Women still paid unfairly
If you think the pay gap between the sexes is closing, then think again. Research by Smallbusiness.co.uk shows that women are still finishing second best when it comes to salaries.
Europe-wide broadband 'essential for economic growth'
The European Commission (EC) is investigating the potential for all of Europe's businesses and consumers to have high-speed internet by 2010.
Training should be seen as an investment
Companies assessing their costs should view training as an investment and not cut the budget, as it is usually ‘the first thing to go’, a spokesperson asserts.
Organisations 'are only as good as their leaders'
Firms need a good leader to guide them through tough economic times and efforts should be made to retain any potential management candidates, an expert says.
More flexible working will be demanded by women
More women want a job which fits into looking after their families and are making a 'massive call for change' in working practices, a source predicts.
Britons are working longer to supplement pensions
Employees in Britain are working beyond the usual age as the attitude to retirement is changing and people lead more active lives post-work, a pension provider states.
Peer-to-peer training is 'a great way to learn'
Peer-to-peer training offers a great way for employees to learn in a non-threatening way, but the benefits are not widely known, says an expert.