Employment law advice: Younger workers need support

• 10 March 2010

  Employers are being advised to help their younger workers when it comes to the development of their career prospects.
  
  This is according to chairman of the Recruitment Society Steve Huxham, who explained that some employers are good at doing this, but others are not.
  
  He added: "There is a lot more that can be done by employers to encourage their younger workers who are unqualified to take on extra courses and skills."
  
  Government support for this would help larger employers in particular to develop their staff.
  
  On March 8th, the Resolution Foundation stated that low earners have struggled the most during their recession because they are exposed and often overlooked.
  
  This group have had their hours and pay cut, seen higher levels of inflation than their richer counterparts and experienced unemployment.
  
  Mr Huxham claimed there is a danger that government help and extra training is coming when it is too late for certain struggling workers.
  
  For further information on any of our Employment Law services or to find out how we can assist you please call us on 08456 122 144.
  
  Posted by Claire Archer

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