association of recruitment consultancies

The Association of Recruitment Consultancies (ARC) comments on the Employment Agency Standards (EAS) 2009-2010 Annual Report, published by the Department of BIS on 25th November.

The Agency Workers Regulations apply from 1st October 2011. After 12 weeks workers are entitled to equal conditions - this is first achievable on Christmas Day 2011. Hirers should work with recruitment consultancies to overcome fallout.

Government claims that it cannot change the terms of the Agency Workers Regulations is a grave disappointment to employers who rely on agency staff, said the Association of Recruitment Consultancies (ARC) today.

ARC comments on comprehensive spending review

ARC response to announcement by Edward Davey, Minister for the Department of BIS that the government has decided not to amend the Agency Workers Regulations 2010

The distinction between agency workers and employees should be identified clearly in any review by the government of relevant legislation.

The Budget places an emphasis on private sector growth. Recruitment consultancies are well placed to assist the recovery. The coalition should review regulations and reinstate the VAT staff hire concession - helpful to public sector and new starts.

Assisting Spouses of self employed to have extended benefits under proposed EU Directive