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Workforce management solutions company Matrix has announced the launch of their enhanced Matrix Milestone solution, a procurement and supply management service line, with new technology and four new people appointments to their business development department, in readiness for the new procurement reform bill being launched in 2024. Commenting on…

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Bakers Basco the industry-leading membership scheme created by Allied Bakeries, Fine Lady Bakeries, Frank Roberts & Sons, Hovis, and Warburtons, is calling upon local authorities and waste management managers to prioritise the environmental consequences of misused grocery delivery equipment. The scheme, which provides and manages…

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On 30 September the NHS rolled out its ‘fit and proper person test’ (FPPT) framework for vetting top-level executive and non-executive directors. The move is designed to strengthen board governance, boost leadership and improve patient safety and, as such, should be welcomed. But the NHS isn’t…

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Is the challenging economic climate leading to more financial fraud? Matrix Security Watchdog (MSW) has seen a 20% increase in the last nine months in candidates holding County Court Judgements, no doubt because of the cost-of-living crisis and global economic downturn. In this article, Susie…

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KLPR is proud to be sponsoring the ‘ComedyCares’ event this Thurs 12th October in support of a very worthy charity, Stem4 – taking place in a week when the spotlight is on the importance of mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma for…

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Matrix steps forward as a strategic partner for National Interview Week, a ground-breaking education initiative aimed at bridging the gap between education and career. Matrix, one of the UK’s leading Workforce Management companies, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with National Interview Week, a…

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Recruitment processes have relied on CVs since the 1950s, though they are now more often in digital format than paper – and that’s the only real change in over 60 years. The prevailing belief is that solely relying on CVs for hiring is now an…

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In today’s fast-paced work environment the public sector faces a significant challenge: how to keep staff mobile, interconnected and efficient while ensuring high-quality service delivery. Mark Inskip explains why digital staff passports are a game-changer and offers his top 10 tips for implementing them. Addressing…

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As the General Manager at Bakers Basco, I feel compelled to address the recent news report, on plastic innovation in the UK and the challenges faced by businesses in the plastic industry. While it is encouraging to witness legislative action and policy initiatives to tackle plastic waste,…

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A candidate’s online presence can provide a mine of information that can improve vetting procedures if researched thoroughly and responsibly, says Susie Thomson at Matrix Security Watchdog, pictured. Thorough candidate screening has long been an essential part of public sector recruitment. Care services need to ensure the safety…

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