Re:locate: keeping you in touch
 Welcome to Re:locate Extra – the e-newsletter that keeps you informed of the latest developments in the world of relocation.
Due to hit desks in mid-September, the Autumn issue of Re:locate is, as ever, full of must-read topical features. Among the highlights: we examine repatriation, an important – but often neglected – part of any international assignment. Our education correspondent, Fiona Leney, considers ‘reverse culture shock’ in repatriating children and gives an update on developments in the state education sector. This issue’s Country Profile spotlights the complex, and often difficult, relocation destination of Africa, and we analyse the role of international assignments in talent management.
Top Stories This Month
CIPD speaks out against abrupt introduction of a cap on net migration
 In the context of current migration measures that are working, the CIPD argues that the abrupt introduction of a cap on skilled migration from outside the EU would have damaging effects on organisations looking to hire in areas where there is a UK skills shortage, such as engineering. Instead, the points-based system should continue, alongside an increased focus on developing UK talent in those areas where there is a skills shortage. This will gradually reduce net immigration in the long-term... Read more
HR Professionals Offered Unprecedented Invitation to ERC's Global Workforce Symposium
“Professionals who manage their company’s workforce mobility function have seen remarkable change in recent years, and need sophisticated training on a range of topics. We can help by introducing them to our community of peers, experts and educators,” says Worldwide ERC®’s CEO Peggy Smith. Smith is making an unprecedented offer to corporate HR professionals who have not attended the organization’s annual Global Workforce Symposium in the past: she’s waiving the registration fee and inviting them to come as her guest... Read more
Why your business should respond to immigration consultation
 Immigration specialists Newland Chase explain the temporary immigration caps imposed on Tier 1 (General) applications made outside the UK and Tier 2 (General) on July 19, 2010. Permanent caps are due to be introduced on Tier 1 (General) and Tier 2 from April 2011... Read more
Interim limits on Certificates of Sponsorship: a legal minefield for employers
Nichola Carter, of Penningtons Solicitors LLP, considers some of the implications the recently announced interim limits on non-EU economic migrants will have for employers... Read more
Move One seeks support for Pakistan flood relief innitiative
 Move One and Target Logistics are inviting people to help them support the humanitarian effort to bring aid to the millions affected by devastating floods in northern and central Pakistan. The floods, some of the worst in 80 years, have already displaced as many as 15 million people and destroyed or damaged more than 600,000 homes, according to Pakistani officials... Read more
CIPD announces programme for annual conference
 The future of HR and its changing parameters will top the agenda at this year’s Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Annual Conference and Exhibition, which takes place from 9 to 11 November 2010 at Manchester Central. The programme has been designed to address the challenges faced by organisations as they emerge from recession and plan for the long term... Read more
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News in Brief
Property
Surveys reveal fall in UK house prices...
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NAEA reports increased demand for housing during July...
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HR & Employment
Government announces review of right to request time to train...
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Abolition of default retirement age a ‘landmark’ for British society, says Age UK...
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Podcast helps employers to safeguard young workers...
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CIPD responds to latest unemployment statistics...
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Education & Childcare
Another record year for A level and GCSE results...
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'Grade inflation' affecting student selection process, say university admissions officers...
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Immigration
UKBA forced to rethink PBS rules and guidance following successful legal challenges...
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ESTA fee to rise...
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Currency & Finance
Banking arrangements: a top priority for inbound assignees...
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Language & Culture
Farnham Castle reports growth in online training...
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Industry News
Fully Furnished reports increase in international buy-to-let investors...
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Mobility Services International introduces new technology resources...
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Pricoa ranked first in US survey...
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Ascott nearly doubles serviced accommodation portfolio...
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