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The minimum wage is one of those policies people feel obliged to praise. It sounds humane. It sounds fair. It sounds as though it protects the weak. And, above all, it comes wrapped in the modern political vocabulary of equality – the one idea nobody now dares question. What is remarkable is not that the Left supports it, but that the Right has adopted the same assumptions. The belief that anything labelled ‘equal’ must be good has quietly replaced the older conservative understanding that equality can be either a virtue or a mistake, depending on how it is achieved. And [...]

Starmer has made yet another policy announcement which was not in Labour’s election manifesto and this time it’s Tony Blair’s old favourite, a Digital National Identity card apparently to be set up by Blair’s son’s Company. So the backdrop was illegal immigrants taking Brit’s jobs. The story about migrants working for Uber-Eats was very deliberate as is the constant ‘baiting’ of the hard working people of the UK with boatloads of migrants who are then accommodated at the taxpayer’s expense, often in very nice hotels. The owners of the hotels and the Companies who manage the whole operation are earning [...]

"My name’s Frank. I’m 64, a retired electrician. Forty-two years I spent running wires through houses, fixing breakers, making sure people had light in their kitchens and heat in their winters. Never once did anyone ask me where I went to college. Mostly, they just wanted to know if I could get the power back on before their ice cream melted. Last May, I was at my granddaughter Emily’s school career day. You know the drill — doctors, lawyers, a software guy in a slick suit talking about "scaling startups." I was the only one there with a tool belt [...]

Driver’s mate or Removals Porter - which job are you best suited to? Whilst you might think these two job roles are pretty much the same – they both involve shifting heavy stuff into or out of people’s homes, right?! – there are actually many differences between the two roles. Both jobs involve lifting heavy items so physical ability and good technique as well as spatial awareness are vital. Early starts are the norm and sometimes overtime is available. Weekend working is common especially for home deliveries for the likes of Argos and John Lewis. Good appearance is essential, so [...]

For many people who have entered semi-retirement, the prospect of returning to work may seem daunting at first. However, registering for Recruitment Solutions a flexible and rewarding opportunity for those looking to stay engaged without the commitment of a full-time position. In Exeter, a city known for its vibrant culture, historic charm, and thriving local economy, agency work provides an ideal solution for semi-retired individuals who want to remain active in the workforce. Whether it’s for extra income, social connection, or personal fulfilment, there are numerous reasons why returning to agency work can be a great choice during this stage [...]

What does yesterday’s interest rate cut mean for the job market? Yesterday the Bank of England cut Base Rates by .25% to 5%. Not much of a cut but it’s significant as it means the cycle of interest rate rises has reversed and we are hopefully now in a period of rate reductions as the covid-era inflation (caused by reckless money-printing) has been tamed. Banks have been telling me that all we need is the first cut in interest rates to give consumer confidence back. Businesses feel more assured borrowing money to invest in people, plant, equipment and property. People [...]

How do you decide which job offer to accept? Let’s be honest, there has never been a better time to be looking for a job. There is a desperate shortage of workers for all kinds of role - as long as your salary expectations do not exceed your value to an employer. Employers are having to outsource all kinds of work abroad from admin to sales functions to make a business viable. It’s a fresh and exciting option for employers but it doesn’t come close to replacing home-grown talent. As I’ve written before, you can’t outsource the job of a [...]