The government are seeking evidence and views on unpaid internships and internships paid below the National Minimum Wage (NMW), and … Continue reading Unpaid internships – call for evidence
Unpaid internships – call for evidence
Category: Plan for jobs
Nearly 100,000 workplace training delivered
Almost 100,000 workplace training places have been delivered in the past year for jobseekers, beating the Government’s 80,000 annual target, … Continue reading Nearly 100,000 workplace training delivered
Free business management course for small businesses
Government has launched Help to Grow: Management Essentials, a new online training course filled with practical advice and resources for … Continue reading Free business management course for small businesses
New proposals just the ticket for getting young people into transport
Proposals could improve job opportunities for people aged 18 to 20, ease driver shortages and provide more reliable bus and … Continue reading New proposals just the ticket for getting young people into transport
VAT threshold raised and rates frozen in boost for small business
28,000 small businesses freed from paying VAT, encouraging them to invest and grow as the threshold is raised from £85,000 … Continue reading VAT threshold raised and rates frozen in boost for small business
Spring Budget 2024 speech
Spring Budget 2024 speech as delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. Madam Deputy Speaker… As we mourn the tragic loss of … Continue reading Spring Budget 2024 speech
Crackdown on Fire and Rehire
In February the Government announced action to tackle the use of controversial 'fire and rehire' practices. Government acts against controversial … Continue reading Crackdown on Fire and Rehire
Millions to get more power over working hours
Workers right across the country will be given more say over their working patterns thanks to new laws supported by … Continue reading Millions to get more power over working hours
Employment support boost for over 30,000 economically inactive young people
The expansion of the Youth Offer to inactive claimants, for the first time, will begin immediately to help young people … Continue reading Employment support boost for over 30,000 economically inactive young people
Boost to Forestry skills training
Funding has been extended to cover new courses in arboriculture, which cover the care, management and safety of amenity trees. … Continue reading Boost to Forestry skills training
Lifelong Learning Bill becomes law
The Lifelong Learning Bill becomes law, paving the way for a radical transformation of the student finance system. New measures … Continue reading Lifelong Learning Bill becomes law
Young people urged to ‘claim their cash’
Hundreds of thousands of young adults could have an average of £2,000 waiting for them in their unclaimed Child Trust … Continue reading Young people urged to ‘claim their cash’
Future of jobs for Welsh steel secured
The UK Government and Tata Steel agree on joint investment package to secure a sustainable future for steelmaking in Port … Continue reading Future of jobs for Welsh steel secured
New health in the workplace boost to keep people in work
Plans to boost UK employment through widening access to high-quality health support in the workplace are being unveiled …by the … Continue reading New health in the workplace boost to keep people in work
Jobs “passport” for injured or disabled veterans
New support scheme to help smooth the way for injured or disabled ex-military to return to work. Adjustments Passports provide support … Continue reading Jobs “passport” for injured or disabled veterans
Drive to fill vacancies with prison leavers
Hundreds of prisoners are being encouraged to take jobs in the retail and logistics sector on release to plug skills … Continue reading Drive to fill vacancies with prison leavers
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Mansion House speech
Chancellor of the Exchequer delivers his first Mansion House speech on the evening of Monday 10th July 2023. My Lord … Continue reading Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Mansion House speech
Midlife MOT website
A new online Midlife MOT has been launched to help older workers with financial planning, health guidance, and to assess … Continue reading Midlife MOT website
Working parents to benefit from childcare boost worth up to £1,630 per month
As part of one of the Prime Minister’s five key priorities to grow the economy, low-earning parents on Universal Credit … Continue reading Working parents to benefit from childcare boost worth up to £1,630 per month
Boost for logistics sector to increase recruitment
Funding to raise the profile of logistics in schools and colleges will encourage talented young people to pursue a career … Continue reading Boost for logistics sector to increase recruitment
Fund launched to transform local skills
Local communities across the country are set to benefit from a share of £165 million to transform skills training in … Continue reading Fund launched to transform local skills
DWP leads way supporting people aged over 50 at work
The DWP has signed the Age-friendly Employer Pledge, a nationwide programme run by the Centre for Ageing Better to promote … Continue reading DWP leads way supporting people aged over 50 at work
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s speech at Bloomberg
In his speech Friday 27th January 2023, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt set out his vision for long-term prosperity in the UK. … Continue reading Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s speech at Bloomberg
Plan to build an innovative economy
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's plan to build an innovative economy delivering more jobs and higher pay. In the short time … Continue reading Plan to build an innovative economy
Government to close of Help to Grow: Digital scheme
Last chance for businesses to access Help to Grow: Digital scheme as government announces closure of the programme Last discounts … Continue reading Government to close of Help to Grow: Digital scheme
First Freeports launched
The United Kingdom’s first Freeports in Plymouth, Solent, and Teesside are now fully up and running after receiving final government … Continue reading First Freeports launched
Millions to be able to request flexible working on day one of employment
Workers to have a greater say over when, where, and how they work under new government plans to make flexible … Continue reading Millions to be able to request flexible working on day one of employment
Drive to help over 50s re-join the jobs market
Over nine million 50+ workers now on payrolls, an increase of more than 210,000 since last year. Network of dedicated … Continue reading Drive to help over 50s re-join the jobs market
Employment boost for people receiving mental health support
£122 million boost to service will give those receiving mental health support the opportunity to speak to employment advisers Employment … Continue reading Employment boost for people receiving mental health support
Prisoners start as apprentices
Prisoners at open prisons in England are to start high-quality apprenticeships at big name employers thanks to change in law … Continue reading Prisoners start as apprentices
Mini-budget imminent
Following the state funeral on Monday 19th September 2022, the government are expected to hold a fiscal event or mini … Continue reading Mini-budget imminent
Funding for maritime cadets and ratings boosted
The future of maritime has been given a massive funding boost by the UK Government with an increase in training … Continue reading Funding for maritime cadets and ratings boosted
Scale-up visa to propel high-growth businesses
The UK’s top high-growth businesses will have greater flexibility and power to entice the world’s top talent through the new … Continue reading Scale-up visa to propel high-growth businesses
Help for 2,000 adults with autism into work
A new £7.6 million government initiative has been launched to help over 2,000 adults with learning disabilities and autism move … Continue reading Help for 2,000 adults with autism into work
7 in 10 young people in work 4 months after leaving government’s Kickstart Scheme
Tuesday 12th July 2022, senior Cabinet Ministers awarded young people and employers for their contribution to tackling high youth unemployment … Continue reading 7 in 10 young people in work 4 months after leaving government’s Kickstart Scheme
Tens of thousands will be helped to take stock of their work, wellbeing and finances through the DWP’s “Mid-life MOT” initiative.
The Mid-life MOT is a review for workers in their 40s and 50s that helps them take stock of their … Continue reading Tens of thousands will be helped to take stock of their work, wellbeing and finances through the DWP’s “Mid-life MOT” initiative.
New support to help over 50s back into work
The government announces millions of pounds of new measures to tackle unemployment amongst the over 50s on benefits. New measures … Continue reading New support to help over 50s back into work
Top apprenticeship employers for 2022
The country’s most outstanding apprenticeship employers for 2022 have been recognised for their vital work boosting career opportunities for more … Continue reading Top apprenticeship employers for 2022
Half a million benefit claimants get jobs in under 6 months
Over 500,000 jobseekers have been supported to find work through their jobcentreBenefit claimants moved into work at a record rate … Continue reading Half a million benefit claimants get jobs in under 6 months
We want to help people start, stay and succeed in work
Chloe Smith, Minister for Disabled People statement to UN General Assembly Location: New York - Delivered on: 14th June 2022 … Continue reading We want to help people start, stay and succeed in work
Major plan to bolster supply chain
Campaign launched to kickstart careers in logistics and create a more environmentally friendly and resilient haulage sector. industry and government … Continue reading Major plan to bolster supply chain
Making the apprenticeship system simpler
Over the past 5 years it is claimed that apprenticeships have been transformed into a high-quality skills programme for learners … Continue reading Making the apprenticeship system simpler
Prime Minister rallies employers to help get 500,000 into work
Over 347,000 unemployed people on benefits have found work in just four months through the Way to Work campaign – … Continue reading Prime Minister rallies employers to help get 500,000 into work
Future of work review to be lead by Matt Warman
The Prime Minister has asked Matt Warman MP to lead a review into how the government can best support a … Continue reading Future of work review to be lead by Matt Warman
Number of ex-offenders in work picks up speed
The number of ex-prisoners in work has increased dramatically following a drive to make our streets safer, cut crime and … Continue reading Number of ex-offenders in work picks up speed
Minimum wage laws set sail for Seafarers
Tens of thousands of seafarers must be paid an equivalent to UK national minimum wage in a major step forward … Continue reading Minimum wage laws set sail for Seafarers
500,000 new jobs – Way to Work
Way to Work is a new partnership between government and employers to get 500,000 jobseekers into work by the end … Continue reading 500,000 new jobs – Way to Work
Financial help to work for those with disability and health challenges
Those with a disability or a physical or mental health condition, may need extra help to start a new job, … Continue reading Financial help to work for those with disability and health challenges
Multiplying maths skills for adults
£270 million investment in adult numeracy in England to help people progress and secure great jobs Adults looking to improve … Continue reading Multiplying maths skills for adults
Movement to Work CEO Summit
Monday 28th March 2022, Work and Pensions Secretary Thérèse Coffey delivered a speech at the Movement to Work CEO Summit. … Continue reading Movement to Work CEO Summit
150 new jobcentres and Youth Hubs
Thousands more jobseekers can now access tailored face-to-face job support and meet local employers as 150 new jobcentres are opened, … Continue reading 150 new jobcentres and Youth Hubs
National Apprenticeship Week 2022: Building the future with apprenticeships
The ‘Build the Future’ theme returns for its second year, with over 1,200 events taking place across England to showcase the … Continue reading National Apprenticeship Week 2022: Building the future with apprenticeships
Brexit Freedoms Bill to cut EU red tape
A new ‘Brexit Freedoms’ Bill will be brought forward by Prime Minister Boris Johnson, to mark the two-year anniversary of … Continue reading Brexit Freedoms Bill to cut EU red tape
Help to Grow: Digital scheme – letter to FTSE 250 leaders
The Secretary of State for BEIS has written to FTSE 250 leaders about the newly launched Help to Grow: Digital … Continue reading Help to Grow: Digital scheme – letter to FTSE 250 leaders
Returning to offices
Cabinet Office Minister calls for Government departments to accelerate the return to office based working to boost staff collaboration and … Continue reading Returning to offices
HMRC responds to claims
HMRC, 100 Parliament Street Responses to myths, misconceptions and inaccurate stories or claims about HMRC. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) … Continue reading HMRC responds to claims
HMRC gives Self Assessment taxpayers more time to ease COVID-19 pressures
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is waiving late filing and late payment penalties for Self Assessment taxpayers for one month … Continue reading HMRC gives Self Assessment taxpayers more time to ease COVID-19 pressures
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – saving UK employment
Source: HMRC, Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme statistics The House of Commons library has published the statistical report for the Coronavirus … Continue reading Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – saving UK employment
Support to help more disabled people into work
New package of support to help thousands of disabled people into work as Government builds back fairer.15 Jobcentre Plus sites … Continue reading Support to help more disabled people into work
Industry given certainty around seasonal workers but told to focus on domestic workforce
Seasonal Worker visa route extended until end of 2024, to allow foreign workers to come to the UK for up … Continue reading Industry given certainty around seasonal workers but told to focus on domestic workforce
Health and Care Visa scheme expanded
Care workers, care assistants and home care workers to become eligible for Health and Care Visa for 12 month period … Continue reading Health and Care Visa scheme expanded
Markets and outdoor marquees allowed permanently
Local hospitality businesses no longer need planning permission to put up marquees on their land and councils will no longer … Continue reading Markets and outdoor marquees allowed permanently
Skills boost to support jobs
Nine new Institutes of Technology and a multi-million-pound investment in skills and technical training to level up opportunities. Adults and … Continue reading Skills boost to support jobs
Record number of people on payroll
The December 2021 Office of National Statistics (ONS) report: Labour market overview, UK: December 2021 The data comes from HM … Continue reading Record number of people on payroll
Record numbers study nursing and midwifery
Record numbers of students accepted places to study nursing and midwifery in England this year for the second year running. … Continue reading Record numbers study nursing and midwifery
More help to train and test new HGV drivers
First intensive short courses in HGV driving under way to help tackle skills shortages and support 11,000 people launching new … Continue reading More help to train and test new HGV drivers
‘Passport’ to help disabled graduates get in to employment
Hundreds of disabled university students are set to benefit from a new ‘passport’ scheme that will support them as they … Continue reading ‘Passport’ to help disabled graduates get in to employment
New qualification to give core digital skills
Ofqual has launched a second consultation on its remaining policy proposals and draft: Technical consultation on regulating Digital Functional Skills … Continue reading New qualification to give core digital skills
National Apprenticeship Week theme ‘Build the Future’ announced for 2022
The theme of “Build the Future” continues for its second National Apprenticeship Week (NAW), which will take place between 7th … Continue reading National Apprenticeship Week theme ‘Build the Future’ announced for 2022
Over 100,000 young careers boosted by Kickstart
Launched as part of the government’s Plan for Jobs, Kickstart has helped young people in all corners of the country … Continue reading Over 100,000 young careers boosted by Kickstart
Made in the UK, Sold to the World
The Department for International Trade (DIT) has published a 12-point plan to help UK businesses hit £1 trillion in exports. … Continue reading Made in the UK, Sold to the World
Furlough numbers for September at record low
The number of people on furlough fell to a record low during its September 2021 last month of operation. Figures … Continue reading Furlough numbers for September at record low
Funding to create jobs, expand woodlands and protect trees
Applications for new £6m fund start from 3rd November 2021, with environmental charities, not-for-profits, local authorities and protected landscape bodies … Continue reading Funding to create jobs, expand woodlands and protect trees
Give ex-offenders a second chance
new poll shows support for businesses which recruit prison leaversover 90 percent of businesses highlight the reliability of such staff … Continue reading Give ex-offenders a second chance
Action – final Job Retention Scheme claims
HMRC are contacting employers with the latest information about the closure of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS). The Coronavirus … Continue reading Action – final Job Retention Scheme claims
Thousands set to benefit from new technical skills
Thousands of working adults will be offered free courses to rapidly upskill in STEM sectors including engineering, digital and construction … Continue reading Thousands set to benefit from new technical skills
Attracting and developing world-class teachers and leaders
Graduates applying to train as teachers in high-demand subjects will receive thousands of pounds in tax-free cash bursaries under Government … Continue reading Attracting and developing world-class teachers and leaders
UK Labour market overview – October 2021
The most recent ONS data show the labour market continuing to recover. The number of payroll employees showed another monthly … Continue reading UK Labour market overview – October 2021
Prisoners recycle bikes for hospital staff
Prison programme encourages inmates to repair and recycle over 900 bikes for hospital staff and children from disadvantaged backgrounds, helps … Continue reading Prisoners recycle bikes for hospital staff
Quarter of million left furlough in August and redundancies hit seven-year low
260,000 workers left the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) in August.The number of workers on the scheme fell to a … Continue reading Quarter of million left furlough in August and redundancies hit seven-year low
Furlough – the Ending credits of an epic
In early 2020, the world was introduced to the ‘furlough’ word as UK PLC closed down with 80% wages covered … Continue reading Furlough – the Ending credits of an epic
£500 million Plan for Jobs Expansion
Hundreds of thousands of people to be supported as part of the more than £500 million expansion of the government's … Continue reading £500 million Plan for Jobs Expansion
Chancellor praises workers as Plan for Jobs enters next stage
Chancellor hails UK workforce as Government’s Plan for Jobs enters the next stage.As furlough winds down schemes such as the … Continue reading Chancellor praises workers as Plan for Jobs enters next stage
Support for vulnerable households over winter
Vulnerable households will be able to access a new £500m support fund to help them with essentials over the coming … Continue reading Support for vulnerable households over winter
Employers welcome guidance to tackle ‘class crisis’ in creative industries
Social Mobility Commission (SMC) launches a new sector specific toolkit to encourage socio-economic diversity and inclusion in the creative sector … Continue reading Employers welcome guidance to tackle ‘class crisis’ in creative industries
More support to help people to become HGV drivers
Up to 4,000 will be trained as HGV drivers to help tackle skills shortages and support more people to launch … Continue reading More support to help people to become HGV drivers
All tips to go to staff
Government to tackle shameful tipping practices ensuring tips go to workersplans will help 2 million UK workers retain their tips … Continue reading All tips to go to staff
Reinsurance Scheme opens to help festivals, conferences and live events
The UK Live Events Reinsurance Scheme is to give events the confidence they need to plan through to summer 2022The … Continue reading Reinsurance Scheme opens to help festivals, conferences and live events
£1.3 billion in furlough cash returned
New statistics show that businesses have relayed £1.3 billion in furlough cash, with £300 million returned in the last three … Continue reading £1.3 billion in furlough cash returned
UK Job Vacancies at record high
With the number of UK job vacancies at a record high, some industries are reporting difficulties in recruiting new staff. … Continue reading UK Job Vacancies at record high
Plan for Jobs
HM Treasury have published A progress update setting out how the Plan for Jobs has supported millions of people, and … Continue reading Plan for Jobs
New service to help businesses offer apprenticeships
New government service will help businesses to create more apprenticeship opportunities so more people can get the jobs they want. … Continue reading New service to help businesses offer apprenticeships
Further action to tackle HGV driver shortage
new comprehensive package to tackle HGV driver shortages50,000 more HGV driving tests available as legislation changed to streamline the processmove … Continue reading Further action to tackle HGV driver shortage
Numbers on furlough fall to lowest level
The number of people on furlough has fallen to the lowest level since the start of the pandemic as the … Continue reading Numbers on furlough fall to lowest level
The year of two budgets! 2021 budget date set
The Chancellor has launched (7th September) Spending Review 2021 (SR21), which will conclude on 27th October 2021 alongside an Autumn … Continue reading The year of two budgets! 2021 budget date set
Submit August claims, prepare for closure of the Job Retention Scheme and the latest on SEISS
Dear PAYadvice.UK , I’m writing to you with the latest information about the support schemes available to help your clients, as … Continue reading Submit August claims, prepare for closure of the Job Retention Scheme and the latest on SEISS
Actions for you and your clients – preparing for closure of the Job Retention Scheme and the latest on SEISS
Dear PAYadvice.UK I’m writing to you with the latest information about the support schemes available to help your clients, as … Continue reading Actions for you and your clients – preparing for closure of the Job Retention Scheme and the latest on SEISS
Business growth scheme open to next group of space entrepreneurs
A pioneering programme to help firms find their place in space has given a total of 31 businesses a £900,000 … Continue reading Business growth scheme open to next group of space entrepreneurs
HMRC August 2021 Employer Bulletin
HMRC have issued the August 2021 Employer Bulletin, again, packed full with information. In this month’s edition of the Employer … Continue reading HMRC August 2021 Employer Bulletin
Events industry boost with Government-backed insurance scheme
As the economy reopens with the lifting of Covid restrictions, getting the right kind of insurance is acting as a … Continue reading Events industry boost with Government-backed insurance scheme