Recruitment for Security Cleared posts is a scandal - let's see if we can change that

[Barnaby]

Hmmm. A rich spread of responses varying from the inane to the defeatist. We can do better.

The Inequality Act gives us some ammunition here but equally - so might the Bribery Act if it can be argued that recruiter fees are a 'facilitating payment' particularly if the case can be made the...

[Barnaby]

How much it is worth then? I'm making enquiries as to how much a challenge could cost. The actual amount and the number of contributors will determine what the median contribution will be. If 10K folks contribute then it'll be less than half a pint of cooking lager I imagine. Worth it then?...

[Barnaby]

But there is a chance right?...

[Barnaby]

...thank you.

I'm not suggesting it is vastly material but there is now the 2010 Equality Act which does potentially change the landscape. Equally - a previous failed attempt should be necessary forestall any subsequent retry. Points noted however. Social media also might be the court of...

[Barnaby]

Hello talented freelance community!

Security Clearance is routinely being stated as a prerequisite for hiring into assorted roles. As you might imagine, there's considerable hiring going on in defence and aerospace sectors but this is far from the extent of it.

I believe current...