Posted on 20 January 2010 by icsanna
The Business Sales Report today released figures which hinted that recruitment agencies were suffering from the downturn in the economy. The number of recruitment agencies going into administration increased for the third consecutive six-month period at the end of 2009. 57 recruitment companies in the second half of the year went into administration, compared with [...]
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Posted on 1 October 2009 by icsanna
Using the full force of its powers, the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) on Wednesday made an example of the recruitment industry, slapping a £39.27m fine on six companies for engaging in anti-competitive behaviour. Hays Specialist Recruitment received the heaviest fine at £30.36 million. The company responded by saying it was actively considering an appeal [...]
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Posted on 9 September 2009 by icsanna
Whilst recruitment agencies are often the first choice for contractors to help them find new contracts, it is possible to find your own contract without using a recruitment agency. Although, it is perhaps and daunting task, it is often seen as a challenge. This article will suggest some ways in which you can help yourself [...]
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