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REC flags up key policy campaigns for 2010
2010 will be a pivotal year in terms of influencing the political debate and preparing for new regulations on the industry. In addition to sectoral campaigns in areas such as healthcare, technology, construction, interim management and financial services, the REC has identified a number of key lobbying priorities for the industry in 2010.AWD deadline signals D-day for flexible jobs, says REC
Today (Friday 11th December) is the latest milestone in the ongoing saga of the Agency Workers Directive with the close of the Government’s consultation on how equal treatment measures for temporary workers can best be implemented in the UK.REC meeting Minister today to discuss AWD
The REC is today meeting Pat McFadden, Minister for Business Innovation and Skills to discuss some of the points still outstanding on the Agency Workers Directive ahead of the closure of the consultation period on Friday.REC counters Early Day Motion call for early AWD implementation
The REC has today written to all 60 Labour MPs who signed an Early Day Motion calling on the Government to reverse its decision and agree an early implementation of the Agency Workers' Directive.AWD draft regulations now out: REC responds
The Department for Business (BIS) has published its draft regulations outlining how the EU Agency Workers Directive will be implemented in the UK.REC embarks on final AWD push with publication of draft regulations now imminent
With publication now imminent of the Government’s draft regulations on implementation of the EU Agency Workers Directive, the REC has re-emphasised the need to protect the viability of the UK’s temporary and contract work model.REC announces AWD regional summits
The Prime Minister's announcement at the TUC Conference in Liverpool and a leak from Lord Mandelson’s office on implementation dates this week have once again thrown the spotlight back on the EU Agency Workers Directive.REC affirms that PM's TUC speech does not signal any AWD policy changes
In spite of the way it has been reported in some of today's national press, the Prime Minister's announcement about 'fast-tracking' the EU Agency Workers Directive does not signal any change in policy or in timescales, the REC has assured.Latest jobs data underlines need for a workable AWD, says REC
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.EU directive could shake foundations of industry jobs
Construction clients need flexible economical staffing solutions to stay competitive
REC Construction comments on the Agency Workers Directive consultationGovernment must apply brakes to ensure new EU directive does not costs drivers their jobs
REC Drivers comments on the Agency Workers Directive consultationCreative minds needed in Government to safeguard jobs
REC MMC comments on the Agency Workers Directive consultation"It's crunch time for flexible jobs" says REC in response to Government consultation on the Agency Workers Directive
REC claims TUC report on agency workers is based on perception, not fact
The REC has responded to the TUC report published today which claimed agency workers still suffer discrimination and abuse; and are still treated as second class employees.Government launches series of country-wide AWD consultation events
REC Agency Summit III - leading the debate on AWD implementation
The REC has announced details of its Agency Summit III, the flagship event during National Temporary Workers Week next month (June 1-5), which will focus exclusively on the EU’s Agency Workers Directive.REC takes forward work of Agency Work Commission
The REC has been taking forward the work of the Agency Work Commission (AWC) in the past few weeks.New report highlights role for recruiters in raising AWD awareness amongst clients
Agency Work Commission receives backing of leading business organisations
The recommendations of the REC's Agency Work Commission presented to Government earlier this month have now received the backing of the UK's leading business organisations.European Parliament vote marks next stage in AWD saga
The REC has highlighted the significance of next week’s vote in European Parliament on the European Union’s Agency Workers Directive following years of campaigning on this issue.No need to panic REC tells employers following AWD survey
The REC has countered the overall conclusion of a survey from law firm Eversheds this week that states that two-thirds of the UK’s employers expect to use fewer agency workers as a result of the EU Agency Workers Directive which provides for equal treatment for agency workers after 12 weeks of an assignment.REC rallies members on AWD client awareness campaign
With the EU Agency Workers Directive due to pass before the European Parliament in September, REC members have a pivotal role to play in keeping their clients up to speed and addressing common misconceptions. In order to support this, the External Relations team has developed a briefing document that can be forwarded to employers.Crunch-time on the AWD - EU Council must recognise UK solution, says REC
On Monday (June 9th) the EU Employment Council is meeting in Luxembourg to discuss an outcome to the Agency Workers Directive (AWD) which has remained blocked for the last six years.REC on the front foot ahead of crunch AWD talks in Brussels
The REC External Relations team has continued to take forward a proactive lobbying campaign ahead of the forthcoming discussions in Brussels on the EU Agency Worker's DirectiveAWD on the agenda of Portuguese Presidency
The EU Agency Workers Directive is on the agenda of the Portuguese presidency of the EU which kicked off earlier this month. Whether the Directive goes forward for a formal vote at the EU Employment Council in December depends on the outcome of initial discussions between Employment Minsters that are due to take place in September.
