The UK Commission for Employment and Skill’s (UKCES) vision of a “4G” future where employees from four generations will work side by side for the first time in history is welcomed not feared.  However, businesses will be at a competitive disadvantage and experience further skills shortages unless they start planning for the changes now.

The CIPD has released details of new research revealing that the majority of people employed on zero-hours contracts have found the experience to be positive.