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• GAC vs Reverse Osmosis: Comparing PFAS Filtration Approaches for Industrial Facilities

  20-08-2026 09:48 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec20 Aug 2026|GAC vs Reverse Osmosis: Comparing PFAS Filtration Approaches for Industrial Facilities Industrial facilities dealing with PFAS contamination often compare granular activated carbon, commonly called GAC, with reverse osmosis. Both treatment methods can reduce PFAS in water, but they use different processes and come with different operating, maintenance, and waste-handling requirements. A technology that works well for one facility may not be the most pr
  
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• Experts warn employers over growing use of AI in workplace grievances

  20-08-2026 10:26 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec20 Aug 2026|OpinionExperts warn employers over growing use of AI in workplace grievancesEmployers are being given expert legal advice to manage a surge in formal workplace grievances drafted using artificial intelligence (AI).More than half of HR professionals in the UK have reported growing numbers of employees using AI to produce grievances, workplace complaints and appeals.
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• Digital Risk Screening Specialist Safehire.ai becomes a CIMSPA Benefit Partner to support safer recruitment across UK sport and physical activity

  20-08-2026 10:23 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec20 Aug 2026|PartnershipsDigital Risk Screening Specialist Safehire.ai becomes a CIMSPA Benefit Partner to support safer recruitment across UK sport and physical activityCIMSPA partners can now access Safehire.ai’s Digital Risk ScreeningSafehire.ai, the digital risk screening company, has become an official Benefit Partner of the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), giving eligible CIMSPA partners preferential access
  
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• More than 1 in 3 UK employees say an AI manager would boost productivity

  20-08-2026 10:22 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec20 Aug 2026|StatisticsMore than 1 in 3 UK employees say an AI manager would boost productivity UK employees are more likely to expect a productivity boost than a decrease if artificial intelligence (AI) took over from their line manager, according to new research from Careerminds UK. In fact, 36.7% say an AI manager would raise their productivity, compared with 25.5% who expect it to fall.With 82% of UK bosses stepping into management with no formal training, acco
  
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• UK pay awards hold steady at 3.2% despite mounting employer cost pressures

  20-08-2026 10:20 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec20 Aug 2026|StatisticsUK pay awards hold steady at 3.2% despite mounting employer cost pressuresMedian pay awards remain broadly stable, although more than a third of matched settlements are lower than last year.UK pay awards remained broadly stable in the three months to the end of July 2026, with the median basic award standing at 3.2%, according to HR data and insights provider Brightmine.
  Despite seeing slower pay activity during the summer months, the finding
  
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• UK job vacancies fall to lowest level in over five years

  20-08-2026 10:17 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec20 Aug 2026|StatisticsUK job vacancies fall to lowest level in over five yearsUK job vacancies have fallen to 707,000, their lowest level in more than five years, according to new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).The decline has been driven largely by smaller businesses scaling back recruitment, with rising labour and operating costs making it more expensive to hire. Businesses have pointed to higher energy costs, National Insurance and the mi
  
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• This year’s summer jobs pay nearly 25% more than young Brits expected, Monzo research finds

  20-08-2026 10:15 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec20 Aug 2026|StatisticsThis year’s summer jobs pay nearly 25% more than young Brits expected, Monzo research finds Research analysing almost 2,000 online job listings across some of the UK’s biggest cities found that summer jobs this year pay a median wage of £13.45 per hour. This is almost £3 more than the £10.87 an hour young people expected to earn when surveyed at the beginning of the summer. New data from Monzo shows the typical s
  
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• 8 things businesses need to know about zero-hours reforms

  20-08-2026 10:13 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec20 Aug 2026|News archive8 things businesses need to know about zero-hours reformsWith new protections for workers expected to come into force from 2027, employers will need to prepare for changes around guaranteed hours, shift notice, and compensation for cancelled shifts.BUSINESSES could face costs of up to £2.9bn a year under planned changes to zero-hours contracts, according to the government’s latest analysis.  
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• Almost Half of Vacant Health & Safety Jobs Require Data Skills

  20-08-2026 10:12 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec20 Aug 2026|News archiveAlmost Half of Vacant Health & Safety Jobs Require Data SkillsNew analysis reveals that the UK health and safety landscape is undergoing a major shift, with data and digital analysis rapidly becoming an essential requirement for professionals.The research, conducted by health and safety training provider RRC International, highlights how modern safety roles have evolved beyond traditional compliance and site inspections to prioritise da
  
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• Do Longer Fan Blades Move More Air?

  20-08-2026 09:47 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec20 Aug 2026|Do Longer Fan Blades Move More Air?Generally, longer ceiling fan blades can move a larger total volume of air because a wider blade span sweeps a larger area. But longer blades do not automatically mean higher airflow. Actual performance depends on the complete fan system, including blade span, blade shape and pitch, motor performance, rotational speed, blade count, and installation. When comparing ceiling fans, use published airflow in CFM together wi
  
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• Residential IPs Explained: Benefits and Use Cases

  19-08-2026 18:53 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec19 Aug 2026|News archiveResidential IPs Explained: Benefits and Use CasesDue to the ever-increasing proliferation of data centers, sophisticated websites are quickly catching onto these IP addresses and spotting them fast.If you’re finding that your business is failing to capture the data your project is supposed to be scraping due to frequent blocks, the issue isn’t the scraper but rather the type of IP you’re connected from.
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• How to Track Your Monthly Spending Like a Financial Pro?

  19-08-2026 18:52 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec19 Aug 2026|News archiveHow to Track Your Monthly Spending Like a Financial Pro?Keeping track of your expenses is extremely important, and realistically, there are different methods you can use to achieve such a goal. The most important thing is to understand where the money goes, how much you can set aside, and other important information. With that being said, figuring out how to track monthly expenses is imperative, and here’s what you need to consider. O
  
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• Why Customer Support Matters More Than You Think?

  19-08-2026 18:50 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec19 Aug 2026|News archiveWhy Customer Support Matters More Than You Think?When we talk about trading and the best brokers, a very important thing is to understand why customer support plays such a major role. And that is the thing, people these days think all about fees and other things. Customer support gets overlooked, and that is not ok, because it matters way more than you realize. Knowing how to take advantage of customer support is crucial, and that can help
  
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• How to Hire an HR Director: 7 Things to Define Before Starting the Search

  19-08-2026 18:42 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec19 Aug 2026|How to Hire an HR Director: 7 Things to Define Before Starting the SearchHiring a senior HR leader is notoriously challenging. CEOs and executive boards often focus on the vision of an ideal candidate rather than defining the specific business problem the role needs to solve. If you are preparing for a search, understanding how to hire an HR director begins long before you write a job advertisement, review resumes, or schedule an interview.
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• Mining, Critical Minerals and Tech: What’s Next for APAC’s Workforce?

  19-08-2026 18:37 via onrec.com
  Published byNES Fircroft19 Aug 2026|News archiveMining, Critical Minerals and Tech: What’s Next for APAC’s Workforce?Asia-Pacific's mining workforce is moving towards roles that support critical minerals production, digital mine operations, automation, electrification, and downstream processing as investment flows into lithium, nickel, copper, rare earths, and battery supply chains.Demand is strongest for mining engineers, automation and control systems specialists, maintenance profe
  
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• Top Employee Recognition Tools HR Teams Should Consider in 2026

  19-08-2026 16:03 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec19 Aug 2026|Top Employee Recognition Tools HR Teams Should Consider in 2026The Best Sites to Buy Twitch Bits are BoostHill, SocialWow, and BuyTwitchViewers.co, based on their stated delivery models, pricing positions, and degree of Twitch specialization. BoostHill is the strongest overall option in this shortlist because it emphasizes real-account engagement and gradual & natural delivery. SocialWow is aimed at price-sensitive buyers, while BuyTwitchViewers.co
  
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• Why Manufacturing Salaries Need Better Benchmarking

  19-08-2026 15:34 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec19 Aug 2026|Why Manufacturing Salaries Need Better Benchmarking Manufacturing employers face rising pay pressure as automation, robotics, process improvement, and advanced production systems change workforce requirements. Broad national averages rarely reflect local competition or specialist capabilities. A salary that attracts an engineer in Ohio may fall short in California or Texas. Strong benchmarking gives compensation teams clearer evidence to set pay ranges
  
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• Streamline Your Business Reporting for Better Decisions

  19-08-2026 13:42 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec19 Aug 2026|News archiveStreamline Your Business Reporting for Better DecisionsIn today's competitive business world, the quality of your decisions directly depends on the quality of your data. Yet, many organisations struggle with reporting processes that are slow, clunky, and siloed, often hiding insights instead of bringing them to light. 
  Making your business reporting smoother isn't just about efficiency; it's a strategic must-have that helps teams make
  
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• Seedance 2.5 Is Live: What Changes for 30-Second AI Video

  19-08-2026 10:23 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec19 Aug 2026|Seedance 2.5 Is Live: What Changes for 30-Second AI VideoSeedance 2.5 is now available for creators who kept hitting the same wall: a good idea that needed more than a short fragment, but fell apart when you tried to stitch multiple short clips into one sequence.
  
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• Five steps: Confidence-building shifts to move from HR Director to CHRO

  18-08-2026 09:00 via hrzone.com
  
  In a previous role several years ago, I was asked to lead Talent Acquisition, a function I’d never worked in directly. My first thought was not: “Of course I’m ready.” It was more like: “Are you sure I’m the right person for this?”. But my leaders saw capability where I saw gaps. What I learned in that role has stayed with me. Leadership readiness is not always about having done the exact job before. It’s about building trust, asking good
  
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• From Creative Ideas to Visual Stories: The New Direction of AI Video Creation

  17-08-2026 11:49 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec17 Aug 2026|From Creative Ideas to Visual Stories: The New Direction of AI Video CreationVideo creation is becoming more accessible for people who want to turn simple ideas into engaging visual content.
  
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• UK Hiring May Be Stabilising – But Employers Are Looking for Different Skills in 2026

  17-08-2026 11:44 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec17 Aug 2026|News archiveUK Hiring May Be Stabilising – But Employers Are Looking for Different Skills in 2026The UK recruitment market may finally be showing early signs of stabilisation, but the jobs employers are looking to fill – and the skills they expect candidates to bring – are changing quickly.Recent recruitment data suggests permanent hiring stopped contracting in July after a prolonged downturn. At the same time, official figures still
  
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• Recruitment Firms: Mastering Global Compliance Challenges

  17-08-2026 11:41 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec17 Aug 2026|News archiveRecruitment Firms: Mastering Global Compliance ChallengesExpanding a recruitment firm's reach across international borders offers huge growth opportunities. But it also brings significant compliance challenges. From labour laws to data protection and complex tax rules, staying compliant is a constant struggle for firms placing talent globally. For agencies that operate without a deep understanding of each country's legal framework, the risk
  
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• China’s Qiming Plan Proving Quite Successful, Largely Thanks to the Incentives

  17-08-2026 11:38 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec17 Aug 2026|China’s Qiming Plan Proving Quite Successful, Largely Thanks to the IncentivesChina is a country of many different talent programs. Hundreds of them exist, trying to create ways to propel China’s top talents and invite the best minds from overseas to stay and work in China. It’s a standardised way for the country to actively promote its industries and those who can further research and development across the board.
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• The four-day week myth: Why AI won’t reduce workloads

  17-08-2026 09:00 via hrzone.com
  
  Summary: The assumption that the efficiencies and automations created by AI might enable a reduction in working hours overlooks the reality that productivity gains rarely translate neatly into less work. Without action from HR leaders, efficiency gains may become another driver of overload.When OpenAI published its paper on the productivity potential of AI earlier this year, much of the conversation quickly returned to the idea of the four day working week. If AI can help employees complete
  
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• UK jobs market stuck in ‘low hire, low fire’ pattern

  17-08-2026 07:45 via hrreview.co.uk
  
  Recruitment intentions remain close to historic lows as businesses limit headcount growth and younger workers face fewer routes into employment.
  
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• Younger employees ‘more likely to seek mental health support’

  17-08-2026 07:30 via hrreview.co.uk
  
  Employers may need tailored wellbeing strategies as employees of different generations show markedly different patterns in seeking mental health support.
  
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• What Are the Different Jobs Available in Construction?

  14-08-2026 16:11 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec14 Aug 2026|What Are the Different Jobs Available in Construction?Construction is one of the UK's biggest industries and offers jobs ranging from practical, hands-on trades to engineering, surveying and management. You can start as a labourer or apprentice, learn a skilled trade such as bricklaying or plumbing, or work towards professional roles such as a quantity surveyor or civil engineer. There are also opportunities to become self-employed and work as a contra
  
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• How Financial Pressure Can Affect Job Decisions

  14-08-2026 12:42 via onrec.com
  Stuart Gentle Publisher at Onrec14 Aug 2026|How Financial Pressure Can Affect Job DecisionsMoney has a quiet, heavy way of influencing major decisions in our lives. We like to imagine that our professional decisions are influenced by things such as passion for work, long-term goals, and the search for meaningful work. However, when we are facing financial difficulties, we can be influenced by the immediate need for stability. Therefore, financial stress can steer career decisions.
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• Calls for workplace heat protections grow after temperatures exceed 38C

  14-08-2026 07:50 via hrreview.co.uk
  
  Reports of nurses fainting and becoming ill during extreme heat have increased calls for clearer rules on protecting employees from dangerously hot workplaces.
  
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