Business and Other Briefings

PM announces new work training schemes for young people and a new era of apprenticeships – (Employers in the driving seat for reformed apprenticeships ~ Government announces implementation plan for future of Apprenticeships in England ~ IfL comments on apprenticeships implementation plan)
 
New: Telephony Services framework now live
 
PM to unveil plans for new Islamic index on London Stock Exchange
 
HS2 crucial to meet UK transport needs – (CBI responds to Government HS2 report)
 
Commission publishes practical guidelines for businesses on new VAT rules
 
Workplace major injuries hit an all time low for 2012/13
 
Call for evidence on government’s review of the balance of competences between the United Kingdom and the European Union
 
Government to bring forward reforms to help savers and protect pensions pots
 
Public register to boost company transparency
 
Employers underpaying workers risk losing 80% of their business – (Non-EU seasonal workers: EP/Council deal on better social rights & conditions)
 
Improving access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises – (Executive Summary ~ Full Report ~ Government welcomes launch of major new survey to find best SME bank in Britain)
 
Equal Pay Day is coming up next Thursday 7 November
 
Shale gas health review by Public Health England ~ PHE report & synopsis
 
Revenue & Customs Brief 32/13
This Brief explains the changes to Schedule 1 to the Hydrocarbon Oil Duties Act 1979 (HODA).
Public Service Insights: Effectively Onboarding New Employees With An Intranet