April 11, 2022
HR
Hiring activity in India – steady growth
India Inc’s hiring activity recorded a 16% year-on-year growth in March amid removal of restrictions and a pick-up in business momentum prompting employers to strengthen their search for manpower, according to latest data from online job portal Naukri.com.
April 11, 2022
Moving
Transport infrastructure – gender biased
Transport infrastructure and services regularly overlook the traveling patterns and mobility needs of women, evidence shows. The underfunding of bus stop lighting is one example of transport planners not considering the safety of women traveling at night. This appears to stem from the fact that it is mainly men making policy and investment decisions.
April 8, 2022
Technology
ESI assesses Europe’s skills systems and their convergence
‘The new release comes at a time when Europe is going through the digital and green transitions while being further challenged by the coronavirus pandemic. Building solid skills systems can be the answer to these transitions,’ Cedefop expert, responsible for developing the ESI, Ilias Livanos points out.
April 8, 2022
Immigration
Permanent residence applications fees increased in Canada
Canada’s fees are oftentimes less expensive than countries with similar immigration systems, such as Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
April 7, 2022
Relocation
Brits in Germany receive promises or dual nationality?
According to British in Germany, the appetite for becoming German is huge among many of the Brits who didn’t make the original cut-off at the end of 2020.
April 7, 2022
Taxation
Tax rule for inbound taxpayers and researchers, in Belgium
However, whether or not this new tax structure is more advantageous remains to be seen. Because of the €75.000 annual requirement, not every foreigner can apply for this scheme.
April 6, 2022
Relocation
TFWP changes coming into effect to help Canada build its workforce
These measures, announced April 4, come in response to a nationwide labour shortage. Canada is experiencing a low unemployment rate and high job vacancies at the same time.
