recruitment sector group ebriefings

Our Recruitment sector group regularly produces information sheets and updates to help its clients understand topical issues or recent changes in legislation. Please see below links to our three latest briefings.

25 November 2008 - Pre-budget Report 2008 - umbrella expenses get a reprieve

The Chancellor yesterday unveiled his plans for the 2009 Budget and beyond. The mechanics of Mr Darling's much trailed "fiscal stimulus" have generated the largest reaction.

October 2008 - Temporary (Agency) Workers Directive is finally adopted

On 22 October, the European Parliament voted in favour of adopting the Temporary (Agency) Workers Directive.

22 October - Recruitment briefing October 2008 . 

On 21 October 2008, the OFT issued a Statement of Objections against eight recruitment agencies alleging they have breached the Competition Act 1998.  The UK competition laws aim to prevent businesses acting together to restrict or distort competition.  Businesses should always act independently of one another.

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