Patrick Milnes

Head of Policy - People and Work at British Chambers of Commerce

Views my own

[BCC @britishchambers]

🚨The latest @ONS labour market data is out showing a fall in vacancies, with unemployment now at 5%.

Read @BCC_Patrick's full analysis. 👇

https://t.co/DXeFcz1Ed9

[BCC @britishchambers]

🗣️@BCC_Patrick: "Wage growth is being propped up by the public sector and the number of unemployed people per vacancy now sits at 2.6, the highest in more than 10 years, outside the pandemic."

Read Patrick's full take on the latest @ONS data on jobs.👇
https://t.co/gWfyOPPDEk

[Neil Carberry @RECNeil]

It might be a throwaway line to the Secretary of State, but the accusation here against people amongst our membership who are keeping the NHS on the road needs proper scrutiny. (1/)

[Neil Carberry @RECNeil]

Pleased to give evidence to the Employment Bill Committee in the House of Commons, raising concerns that @recmembers have about the plans with the Government Minister, Opposition and backbenchers. @RECPress uniquely positioned to represent talent, staffing & recruitment firms.

[Kate Shoesmith @ShoesmithKate]

Using technology to improve public services is laudable. But tech is only as good as the people using it.

We've got to take a deeper look at how people are recruited and retained into the NHS, and across the public sector. We're ready to work with government on this. #Budget24

[Neil Carberry @RECNeil]

This #Budget24 is trying to walk a careful line. But if your key goal is growth, those growth forecasts don't look great. The NI rise is huge, and will affect the ability of firms to invest. It will also eat a lot of the additional public service funding. (1/)

[REC Press Office @RECPress]

An NHS staffing plan that includes a review of the inefficient procurement frameworks which drive last-minute and short-term solutions for hiring agency staff should also urgently be addressed.

[Recruitment & Employment Confederation @RECmembers]

This afternoon, the Government published the Employment Rights Bill (ERB) – a key part of Labour’s plan to "Make Work Pay". From zero-hours contracts to day-one dismissal rights, this Bill could bring significant changes to the world of work from 2026 onwards. But what does it mean for the recruitment industry? Find out more? 👉 https://t.co/N6HHhOzBIW

[Recruitment & Employment Confederation @RECmembers]

Speaking on the government #MakeWorkPayPlan, @RECNeil said: “Government must work with businesses to avoid changes that disincentivise hiring, and be clear about timetables, expectations and ensuring that rules will be enforced properly to ensure a level playing field." Read more: https://t.co/wUysnby98p

[REC Press Office @RECPress]

Responding to the publication of the full Employment Rights Bill this afternoon, @RECNeil said: “There is good news in the timescale for delivery, and in the commitment to consultation, as much of the most important detail is yet to be worked out. This should calm business fears for now.” https://t.co/LeNDsvWSI5

[Neil Carberry @RECNeil]

Today, we launch our new campaign, highlighting the vital role played by people working flexibly - and why it works for them. As we face big changes with new tech, and a government with a big regulatory agenda, hearing their voice matters. (1/)

[Recruitment & Employment Confederation @RECmembers]

Every day in the UK around 1 million temporary workers support the economy. They are remarkable people, doing remarkable things.

Meet Ikenna, Clare and Jan, just 3 of these remarkable people and find out why #TempWorkWorks

Watch their stories: https://t.co/4K9lnddW2A

[Recruitment & Employment Confederation @RECmembers]

Meet Clare. Thanks to temp work, she can run her own radiography training business. Or Ikenna, who thanks to temp work can chase his Hollywood dream. For Jan, temp work has enabled her to return to work and manage her health.

Watch their stories: https://t.co/s768yoV71U

[Recruitment & Employment Confederation @RECmembers]

Our Voice of the Worker campaign is underpinned by our survey of 520 temp agency workers in Britain, where we asked why agency work matters to them.

#TempWorkWorks

View the full infographic and find out more 👉 https://t.co/0Sep4jrRPM

[Patrick Milnes @BCC_Patrick]

#TempWorkWorks

[Recruitment & Employment Confederation @RECmembers]

Every day in the UK around 1 million temporary workers support the economy. They are remarkable people, doing remarkable things.

Meet Ikenna, Clare and Jan, just 3 of these remarkable people and find out why #TempWorkWorks

Watch their stories: https://t.co/4K9lnddW2A

[Patrick Milnes @BCC_Patrick]

RT @RECmembers: Neil Carberry joined industry experts from @CBItweets, @britishchambers , @CIPD, trade union representatives and key govern…

[Neil Carberry @RECNeil]

Lots to like today - commitment to partnership, reforming the apprenticeship levy, and focus on growth. But the successful labour market changes of this century have involved businesses and unions in co-design of the practicalities, and we need that now.

[Neil Carberry @RECNeil]

With a decisive mandate in hand, this new government has goodwill from businesses and support for its core goal – getting growth and prosperity flowing across the UK. Only business can deliver this – so a strong partnership is necessary. (1/)

[Recruitment & Employment Confederation @RECmembers]

Isn't it time we had #LabourLaws fit for the future? 🤔 Some of our existing labour laws need updating to accommodate how more and more people want to work now – flexibly and with the help of agencies. Read our recommendations 👉 https://t.co/npLFCB3AMm

#RECLabourLaws

[Patrick Milnes @BCC_Patrick]

Clearly was having a great time at the @NewStatesman Path to Power Conference earlier this week. Always interesting to hear Labour's vision for the UK, particularly around growth and productivity in the labour market. Plenty to consider in the coming months #NSPath2Power