Job vacancies are falling and redundancies are rising — signs that UK hiring is slowing. But this recruitment downturn reveals more than a cautious job market. This article explores what’s driving the trend, how it links to wider economic health, and what employers should focus on during uncertain times.

The UK’s care sector is facing severe staffing shortages, and international recruitment has become essential. But behind the hiring boom, some workers are being exploited by rogue agencies — charged illegal fees, underpaid, poorly housed, and threatened into silence. This article explores what’s going wrong, who’s responsible, and how employers can ensure their recruitment practices are ethical, compliant, and fair.

AI isn’t just transforming recruitment — it’s also being used to exploit it. From fake CVs to forged expense receipts, this article explores how AI tools are enabling candidates to cheat the system, and what your business can do to stay one step ahead.

Keeping your online accounts secure is more critical than ever, as cybercriminals continue to find new ways to steal personal information. This guide covers essential security practices, including using strong, unique passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA), spotting phishing emails, and identifying account cloning scams.

Searching for employment with a criminal record can often feel like an insurmountable task, but it shouldn’t be. Employment is a key factor when it comes to the rehabilitation of ex-offenders, the employers on this list understand this.

With fines now reaching £60,000 per illegal worker and Home Office audits on the rise, businesses can’t afford to get Right to Work checks wrong. From manual verification errors to outdated onboarding processes, compliance failures are more common than you think—and the risks go far beyond financial penalties.

Personnel Checks has announced the integration of Right to Work checks into its screening platform, allowing employers to verify employees' work eligibility online.

Can you outsource Right-to-Work Checks? When it comes to employment law it can be hard to know where you stand. In this article, we look at the legality of outsourcing your checks and the benefits of using an outsourced provider like Personnel Checks for managing them.

Our team recently exhibited at the Children’s Activity Associations Ignite! Conference. In this article, our Events Manager/Graphic Designer Erin takes you through her role in getting set up for the event and her run down of the day.

Our team recently spent some time improving their communication skills thanks to an always incredible public speaking workshop delivered by friend of the business Liz Long.

Since leaving the EU, there has been an increased focus on Right to Work compliance. In this article, we look at everything you need to know about using Right to Work share codes to confirm an individuals eligibility to work in the UK, as well as answering a few other common FAQs.

The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has announced that, effective from 2nd December 2024, fees for DBS checks and the DBS Update Service will increase, pending parliamentary approval on 4th November 2024. While volunteer checks remain free, fees for Enhanced, Standard, and Basic DBS checks, as well as the Update Service, are set to rise.

A recent BBC investigation has brought attention to a little known loophole in child safeguarding. This loophole allows private tutors to operate without any regulation or safeguards like DBS Checks. Although professional membership bodies try and enforce standards, there are those that operate with malice by exploiting the loophole.

The SPAC Nation scandal has revealed severe financial mismanagement and safeguarding failures, leading to trustee bans. By implementing thorough screening and ongoing monitoring, charities can protect themselves from fraud, ensure proper resource use, and maintain public trust.

As 2024 draws to a close, the UK recruitment industry is facing significant challenges. After the post-pandemic recovery, a sharp slowdown in job postings and placements has hit several sectors. Recruitment agencies, including industry giants like Hays, have reported drastic profit declines.

Personnel Checks renews its partnership with the Children’s Activity Association, continuing to support safeguarding in children's activities. CAA members benefit from discounted DBS checks, workshops, and conference participation. This collaboration emphasizes our shared commitment to making recruitment safer for everyone involved in children's activities.

Personnel Checks has today launched an innovative Update Service feature which allows enhanced DBS management for organizations. Automate status checks, customize applicant journeys, and centralize DBS data with this streamlined solution, ensuring up-to-date information and reducing unnecessary checks, all from one dashboard.