Latest News
04 Feb 2012
REC calls for clarity on what new education landscape will mean for recruiters
With key functions of the General Teaching Council for England (GTCE) due to be transferred to the new Teaching Agency from March 31st, the REC is taking forward a number of queries and concerns over how the change will impact on individual teachers and supply agencies.
02 Feb 2012
Scotland Office meeting amplifies voice of recruiters north of the border
The REC policy team met this week with senior representatives of the Scotland Office. The aim was to explore further opportunities for recruiters in Scotland to make a difference and feed into forthcoming initiatives on skills and youth employment.
02 Feb 2012
REC responds to latest immigration announcements
Following Immigration Minister Damian Green's speech on increased 'selectivity' for immigration policy, the REC has expressed concerns about the impact on economic growth.
02 Feb 2012
Accounting & Financial Services: A hidden bonus to the French FTT?
As noted by Recruiter yesterday, City recruiters are welcoming Boris Johnson’s ambitious play for the business of the French financial services sector with a cautious optimism.
01 Feb 2012
REC joins Ciett Taskforce on global industry brand
The REC has been invited to take part in a new Taskforce established by Ciett – the representative body for the global industry – to re-position and strengthen recruitment’s image worldwide.
30 Jan 2012
Looking East - REC members invited to take part in CBI roundtable on business opportunities in China
The REC has been invited to involve its members in a round-table meeting with the CBI’s Chief Representative in China, Guy Drury, during his visit to the UK next month. The meeting will provide a first hand update on the latest developments and future prospects in the Far East.
30 Jan 2012
REC/IRP - The Week Ahead
This is the weekly snapshot of REC and IRP activities including events, launches, external meetings and policy developments with implications for the recruitment industry.
27 Jan 2012
REC Northern Ireland - Policy Forum to focus on AWR implementation and other priorities for NI recruiters
The latest REC Northern Ireland Policy Forum will take place in Belfast on February 15. The event will be an opportunity for NI recruiters to exchange views on recent and forthcoming policy developments - including AWR and public procurement - and to drive major REC campaigns for 2012.
26 Jan 2012
REC Chair in the headlines on ITV Granada tonight
Neil Smith, Chair of the REC Council and Director of Kinetic plc will be appearing on ITV Granada television tonight to talk about the challenges faced by employers in the north-west region because of the mounting levels of red tape governing business.
Campaigns and Issues
Renew your 2012 REC Membership
Renew your REC Membership for 2012 today by clicking on the link above.
Your AWR Advisor
Providing everything you need to ensure that your business, your clients, your people and your candidates are prepared for the implementation of the Agency Workers Regulations.
REC Compliance Review
Help to play your part in the REC's Compliance Review. Answer a short two minute survey and give us your feedback on REC Member Compliance - click on the link above to complete.
Youth Employment Taskforce and Charter
The Youth Employment Charter is an initiative through which REC Members pledge to help reduce youth unemployment, and showcases existing good practice within the industry to reach out to the next generation of workers.
Promoting cooperation between the private recruitment industry and Jobcentre Plus
REC is committed to working with Jobcentre Plus to encourage co-operation in helping to get people back into work.
Recruitment 2020 - Working with Employers
The future of recruitment is vital to everyone. It’s REC's duty to reflect the hard work and ethical stance of REC recruiters to their clients, and in turn to help clients navigate their journey to “best practice” recruitment partnerships.
