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But CIPD economist says furlough is keeping redundancies down despite ‘ominous ascent’ in unemployment, and calls for scheme to be extended until June

Experts highlight ‘huge inequalities’ in the labour market and urge employers to consult staff directly about health and safety processes

Minimum hiring requirements will be dropped from government’s employment initiative, as chancellor blames Covid restrictions for low uptake

Controversial ‘fire and rehire’ tactics have become widespread during the pandemic, according to the union

ONS data reveals more people are commuting to their workplace compared to the first wave of coronavirus, with a third still working exclusively from home

Experts call for urgent action to protect incomes and say ‘full employment and decent work’ must be at the heart of economic recovery

Department for Education white paper promises to give businesses a ‘central role’ in developing courses to meet local needs

Professor Dame Carol Black highlights need for ‘high-quality leadership’ in first DWP evidence session