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Ofsted: The government must stop subsidising low-wage apprenticeships

31 October 2015

The chief of Ofsted, Sir Michael Wilshaw, says that many apprenticeships are of poor quality, and employers are wasting public money, in a new report.

Rise in workplace deaths

31 October 2015

Figures released by the Health and Safety executive (HSE) show the number of workplace deaths increased to 142 in 2014/2015. 611,000 injuries occurred at work over the same period, according to the Labour Force Survey.

Government caves over fee remission system

30 October 2015

HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) has made changes to the fees remission system, which had been widely condemned as not fit for purpose.

Government sneaks through changes to Ministerial code

28 October 2015

Cameron is facing a direct legal challenge over changes to the code which sets out rules and standards for ministerial behaviour.

Recruitment sector and Labour market consultations

28 October 2015

Two new consultations from the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills are now open.

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