Category Archives: Agency Workers Regulations (AWR)

Olympic boost for temp positions

With the London 2012 Olympics now just two months away, there are expectations of a huge rise in the use of temporary agency workers. Whilst they are commonplace in businesses that naturally have peak periods, such as retail and tourism, … Continue reading

The temporary recruitment market remains resilient

Two reports released today reveal just how well the contingent workforce market is coping with the negative economic climate and the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR). According to the REC the market is holding up well, despite recruiters reporting increasing costs … Continue reading

The Agency Workers Regulations – A slow burner?

In the run up to 1st October 2011, the implementation of the Agency Workers Regulations (“AWR”) dominated the headlines in the temporary recruitment industry.  How would hirers, agencies and temporary workers deal with the obligations and responsibilities placed on them … Continue reading