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China Announces New Opportunities For Highly-skilled Foreigners Seeking Work Visas
China is hoping to entice highly-skilled workers into the country, with the lure of long-term visas. The aim is to attract the likes of scientists, entrepreneurs and technological leaders to fulfil its rising talent needs.
Going Away for Christmas? Don’t Make Your Home an Easy Target for Thieves…
For many, Christmas is a time to spend with family and friends and, for some of us, that means upping sticks and travelling for the festive break Whether you’re planning a drive across the UK to stay with parents, or an extended trip overseas with some buddies, there’s nothing better then spending…
A Time for Giving – But How Do UK Businesses Celebrate the Festive Season?
As we approach Christmas, many employees are feeling the pinch as they begin ticking off their gift and food lists. In fact, according to VoucherCodes and the Centre for Retail Research (CRR) the average British household expects to spend more than £820 on festivities…
New York Tops the List of Most Expensive Cities for Business Travellers
London is rated among the top six most expensive cities in the world for business travellers, according to a report from Expert Market. And, perhaps unsurprisingly, New York is listed as the most costly…
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office… How Much Help Can You Expect If Disaster Strikes?
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is due to appear before a court in Iran on 10 December. The British-Iranian woman was arrested in Tehran when visiting family last year, and is currently serving a five-year prison sentence…
Preparing for the Hidden Dangers of Overseas Travel
Relocating to another country – or even just visiting for the first time – can be an exciting adventure. Difficult cultures, climates and languages all make a refreshing change for many who travel abroad for the UK. But some who leave…
Renting a Home and Want Your Deposit Back at the End of the Tenancy?
Renting is becoming increasingly popular across the UK - with the challenge of saving a sizeable deposit to buy a home proving a step too far for many. But becoming a tenant is no walk in the park either. It brings with it a whole host of obstacles, from finding the...
Negotiating the Best Deal Is All Well and Good…but Woe Betide Those Who Take Tenants’ Safety for Granted
Up to one million potentially deadly tumble dryers are still being used in homes across the UK, despite the faults being made public in 2015 - according to manufacturer Whirlpool. The firm’s communications director Ian Moverley admitted to a committee of MPs that it...
Why It’s So Important to Do Your Research When Relocating Abroad…
When British man Jamie Harron (27) allegedly touched a man’s hip to avoid spilling his drink in Dubai’s Rock Bottom Bar, he was triggering a nightmare chain of events that would probably change his life forever. The electrician was on a short stopover in the emirate...
Making Sure It Really Does Pay to Move Overseas
Low pay is endemic in the UK - and there is little progress in the number of people managing to escape from poorly paid jobs, according to a new report by the Social Mobility Commission. The ‘Great Escape?’ report was conducted by the Resolution Foundation, and...
Identifying and Eliminating Racial Barriers Is the Key to Success
The Government’s recently-published race audit highlights significant disparity in health, housing and education when it comes to the experiences of those from different cultures living within the UK. Figures show that black men are nearly three times more...
Harmless Work Prank or Serious Misdemeanour? Don’t Get Caught Out!
The fine line between harmless workplace pranks and serious misdemeanours is the focus of an investigation this week - following an incident among firefighters in Southend. A fire crew was allegedly involved in an incident whilst taking part in community work,...
Settling Into a New Life Abroad
Moving abroad for work is a big step for any employee - no matter how confident they feel about it. The idea of being surrounded by new sights, sounds, accents and cultures may seem exciting - but preparing for such a step is crucially important. For an...
Choosing Corporate Property – Landmine or a Goldmine?
Buying a property is likely to be the most expensive single purchase you will ever make. From choosing the right area in which to settle to finding a home that matches your current – and future – needs and then making that commitment to signing on the dotted line. If...
The Golden Age of Employment
Where once we would work with our retirement age at the back of our minds as a marker for change, today this rite of passage is much more flexible – if even acknowledged at all. Research from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has found that one in ten 70-74-year-olds today are still in employment – whether through a sheer love of the job…
Gross Miscalculation: Exploring the Real Cost of Relocating for Work
Making the decision to relocate for work is a literal life-changer. If you’re being moved by an employer this takes away the pressure of finding work in your destination town or country, but the disruption for you and your family – is still all-encompassing Relocating the family – and remapping their lives…
It’s All about the Support – Why Some Relocations Fail and Others Are a Rip-roaring Success
Moving abroad for work is a big step for any employee - no matter how confident they feel about it. The idea of being surrounded by new sights, sounds, accents and cultures may seem exciting - but preparing for such a step is crucially important. For an employer’s...
A Healthy Comparison: Healthcare Charges for Workers Around the World
With a whole new life to build when relocating abroad for work, planning for what you may have to do in the event of an illness or injury is unlikely to be a priority. Of course, you’ll get around to registering with the local doctor, dentist, pharmacist etc and commit the location of the nearest…
Europe and the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)
After it was recently announced in June 2017 by Brexit Minister David Davies that the UK will seek to negotiate the continued validity of the Europe and the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) when the UK leaves the EU, it is worth reminding ourselves of some of the...
HCR Gains Cyber Essentials Plus Certification
Cyber attacks cost organisations thousands of pounds and cause lengthy periods of disruption. Cyber criminals don’t just attack banks and large companies – they target any organisation which isn’t properly protected, even small businesses. The majority of cyber attacks…
HCR Staff Training Day – 24th Jan 2017
IMPORTANT NOTICE – HCR’s offices will be closed on the morning of Tuesday 24th January for staff training and development, therefore HCR personnel will be unavailable on the telephone or via email during this time. Investing in the development of our team is a vital part of ensuring we…
UK Letting Agency Fees – An HCR Briefing
In the Autumn Statement on November 23rd 2016 Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond announced a ban on Letting Agency fees to tenants although the ban will be subject to consultation. HCR believes that this is part of the major shift in the UK housing market from purchase to rental…
Peace and goodwill to all…time to come together and celebrate this Christmas
Chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission David Isaac has urged businesses across the UK to stop being so sensitive about Christmas celebrations offending people of other faiths. According to the watchdog, bosses should allow workers to enjoy the...
New Online Furniture Venture Designed to Create Home-from-home for Relocating Employees
Employees who are upping sticks and moving to a different region for work will find it easier than ever to feel at home in their temporary property – thanks to a new service from HCR. The relocation specialist is introducing…
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