Weekly Roundup – Week 33
Partnership Launch
We are delighted to launch our partnership with a prominent engineering company in the West End of Newcastle.
We have recently launched a partnership with a prominent engineering company in the North East to deliver apprenticeship training and support their staff development and future proofing… continue reading
Football tournament raises over £2,500 for mental health charity
Recruitment and training company GEM Partnership, which has offices in Peterlee and Newton Aycliffe, organised the 7-a-side tournament in aid of The Hub of Wishes… continue reading
Permanent
CAD Engineer – Newton Aycliffe
Toolmaker – Ferryhill
Temporary
Metal Dresser – Ferryhill
Laser Operative – Ferryhill
CNC Operator – Ferryhill
UK working visa applications drop by a third – what does this mean for ongoing skills shortages?
The number of overseas workers and students applying for UK visas has fallen by a third in July, compared to the same period last year, new figures show.
According to provisional figures issued by the Home Office, the overall number of people requesting to come to the UK as skilled workers, health and care workers or students was 91,300 in July 2024, compared to 143,000 in July 2023… continue reading
Government reportedly considering raising minimum pension contribution for employers – is it a good idea?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering increasing the minimum level for employer pension contributions, according to a report by The Telegraph.
The government has had discussions with pension providers and asset managers about how aspects of Australia’s pension system could be replicated in the UK, including employer contributions, the newspaper reported… continue reading