FCSA Forum 2025: A United Sector Looks Ahead

This year’s FCSA Forum was more than just our biggest gathering yet, it was a clear signal of a sector coming together with renewed purpose. With over 200 delegates joining us at The Lowry Hotel in Manchester, the 2025 Forum brought energy, insight and meaningful collaboration to a room filled with accredited members, recruitment professionals, […]
Contractor loses claim for fees because of “entire agreement” clause in contract

In the recent case of Mr Alastair Dobbie v Paula Felton T/A Feltons Solicitors, the Employment Appeal Tribunal ruled that a consultant, whose contract contained “entire agreement” and “no oral variations” clauses, could not argue that there had been a separate verbal agreement to change its terms. The case acts as an important reminder to […]
AI in recruitment and potential for bias

There are many benefits to using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in recruitment processes, to automate filtering processes and promote efficiency, scalability and consistency. AI in recruitment is on the rise, with a November 2023 survey by the Institute of Student Employers finding that nearly a third of employers are now using AI as part of […]