September’s REC Report on Jobs shows the first rise in temp billings since July last year and increased demand for temporary and contract staff in most sectors compared to this time last year. This latest data reinforces key industry messages on the Government’s implementation of the EU Agency Workers Directive.

The latest meeting of the Home Office Business Advisory Panel underlined the importance of clear guidance on new ID cards and included specific discussions on the 'safe recruitment' agenda.

The September Report on Jobs published today by the REC and KPMG has received widespread national media coverage today as the latest survey shows there are signs of recovery now beginning to appear in the labour market.

The Government has today announced that it will implement the recommendations of the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) on the operation of the points-based system for immigration.

The Equality and Human Rights Commission is today publishing a report which shines the light on the gender pay gap in the financial services sector.

As highlighted in the media, the Government has decided not to take forward the recommendations in the McKinsey report on potential cost savings in the NHS which included proposals for a ten per cent across the board cut in staff by 2014.

Today saw the Scottish Government announce plans for the legislative programme for the coming year.

The REC today is launching Jobs Outlook, a monthly employer-driven survey providing incisive data, intelligence and insights into emerging trends in the jobs market.