2010 is the year to influence the political debate ahead of the General Election.

REC Manifesto brings together the industry’s core messages and underlines the contribution that recruitment professionals make to the UK economy and labour market.

The Manifesto is a reference point for our campaigning work in 2010 and beyond. it will provide a valuable tool for taking forward the collective voice of the industry to all the major political parties. REC members can make a difference by spreading the word with local politicians and media contacts and by getting involved in different REC campaigns. The three areas of focus are as follows:

Creating the right economic climate - The next Government must avoid increasing taxes on business to encourage investment and job creation. In the public sector, efficiencies must be delivered without reducing service to the public.
Removing Barriers to Growth - Businesses can drive growth and create employment if the regulatory environment is supportive. The next Government must remove barriers to growth by reducing and simplifying regulation and by championing the UK’s flexible labour market.
Delivering opportunity and jobs - Our jobs market is open, dynamic and flexible; this provides our economy with an international advantage. We must nurture this by building a highly skilled workforce and by harnessing the contribution of recruitment professionals in providing guidance for job-seekers.