IT jobs and recruitment
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News
30 Apr 2025
Artificial intelligence roles the ‘only safe jobs in banking’
World’s biggest banks have increased the number of employees working with artificial intelligence by 13% in the past six months Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Feature
29 Apr 2025
6 business-driving reasons why diverse teams are smarter
Supporting diversity, equity and inclusion -- or DEI -- isn't just the 'woke' thing to do. Diverse teams are smarter and more innovative. Learn how. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2021
Nearly half of retailers hit by ransomware in 2020
In the face of increasingly prevalent and sophisticated ransomware attacks, retail organisations need to develop alternative ways of restoring lost or encrypted data, as paying the ransom does not guarantee its return in almost a third of cases Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
12 Aug 2021
Number of girls taking GCSE computing drops in 2021
While the overall number of students in the UK taking computing GCSEs in the UK in 2021 increased from last year, the number of girls taking the subject saw a year-on-year drop Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
12 Aug 2021
ICO consults on new international data transfer agreement
Information Commissioner’s Office to consult on its draft international data transfer agreement and guidance, which will replace standard contractual clauses to protect personal data during overseas transfers Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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E-Zine
12 Aug 2021
CW Benelux: Netherlands sees increase in the number of women opting for an ICT career
The IT skills gap in the Netherlands could be about to narrow as more women take up jobs in the sector. Figures from last year revealed that the number of female ICT professionals grew by 6.5%, while the number of male ICT professionals increased by only 1.7%. Read more about it in this issue. Also find out why more openness about ransomware attacks in the Dutch business community could be the first step to defeating a growing problem. Continue Reading
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News
10 Aug 2021
Number of students taking A-level computing rose in 2021
Numbers of both male and female students sitting A-Level computing exams rose in 2021, although there is still a long way to go to encourage more girls into tech Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
05 Aug 2021
Around 75% of minority tech employees don’t feel a sense of belonging at work
Research by Capgemini found just over three-quarters of global tech employees who are women or ethnic minorities don’t feel a sense of belonging at work Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
04 Aug 2021
M&S launches initiative to hire software engineers
Supermarket and department store M&S has launched an initiative designed to help it find software engineering talent Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Podcast
03 Aug 2021
DWP IR35 bill, women in tech – Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast
In this episode of the Computer Weekly Downtime Upload, Caroline Donnelly, Clare McDonald and Brian McKenna speak about the DWP’s IR35 tax bill, the Most Influential Women in UK Technology, and company culture Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
- Brian McKenna, Enterprise Applications Editor
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News
28 Jul 2021
Vote now: Most Influential Woman in UK Technology 2021
Who should be the 2021 most influential woman in UK tech? Submit your vote to tell us what you think Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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E-Zine
27 Jul 2021
Are we getting cyber security skills all wrong?
In this week’s Computer Weekly, the chair of the new UK Cyber Security Council tells us how she plans to fundamentally reimagine what working in IT security means. Our latest buyer’s guide examines ERP modernisation and its role in digital transformation. And we take an in-depth look at the first preview version of Windows 11. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2021
Most Influential Women in UK Tech 2021: Entrants to the Hall of Fame
Each year Computer Weekly recognises several great women from the IT industry and their lifetime achievements in its Most Influential Women in UK Tech Hall of Fame Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
23 Jul 2021
TfL under fire for relying on Uber facial-verification data in licensing decisions
TfL is facing numerous legal appeals from Uber drivers as a result of its decisions to revoke their private licences on the basis of mistaken information from Uber’s systems Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
23 Jul 2021
SAS steps up free data skills programme for job seekers
SAS has expanded its free data skills for jobseekers’ programme, aiming it at people who have been adversely affected by the economic fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Enterprise Applications Editor
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News
22 Jul 2021
Most Influential Women in UK Tech: The 2021 longlist
Each year, Computer Weekly publishes the longlist of all of the women put forward to be considered for its list of the top 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech. Here are all of 2021’s nominees Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
22 Jul 2021
Respect in Security challenges abuse and harassment in cyber
With around a third of cyber pros saying they have personally experienced harassment at work or online, a new initiative is urging organisations to pledge their support to help free the community from the scourge of abuse. We met its founders Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
21 Jul 2021
Makers launches third year of the Women in Software Powerlist
Software bootcamp Makers is looking for up-and-coming women in the software development scene to celebrate diversity in the sector Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
20 Jul 2021
Government shares vision for digitised energy system as it pursues net-zero emissions target
Strategy is geared towards readying the UK energy system for the transition from fossil fuels to renewable power through digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
20 Jul 2021
Uber drivers face real-terms pay cut after service fee hike
Unionised Uber drivers have condemned the ride-hailing firm for ‘cynically’ framing its UK service fee rise as a way of improving equality among drivers, rather than a pay cut Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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Opinion
19 Jul 2021
Is tech team remuneration opening up a new form of cyber risk?
Failing to reward cyber security staff in line with increases for other members of the tech team could open up new risks to organisations Continue Reading
By- Bev White, Nash Squared
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News
19 Jul 2021
SAP invests €250m in UK economy
Investment includes a new, UK-based cloud service, two new offices, and a beefing up of SAP’s apprenticeship and internship programmes Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Enterprise Applications Editor
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News
15 Jul 2021
UK government publishes skills-focused anti-disinformation plan
Online Media Literacy Strategy aims to train teachers and care-givers in understanding disinformation so they can help others in safely navigating the internet Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
15 Jul 2021
UK workforce needs reskilling for net-zero transition
Green Jobs Taskforce report looks at how the UK’s workforce can be skilled up to support the transition to net zero Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
15 Jul 2021
UAE offers ‘golden visas’ to coders as part of national IT skills programme
The United Arab Emirates is offering visas to coders across the world as it attempts to attract talent to support its economic diversification Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
14 Jul 2021
UK should set up digital task forces to transform governance
Commission for Smart Government paper sets out recommendations for how government can use digital technologies to better serve citizens’ needs, and calls for it to set up new digital task forces Continue Reading
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News
13 Jul 2021
Regional cyber clusters score £700k of funding
DCMS has awarded £700,000 of funding to a network of 20 regional cyber clusters Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
13 Jul 2021
UK Cyber Security Council calls for new push on training
Too many companies have cut back on security training and development during the pandemic, says UK Cyber Security Council Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
13 Jul 2021
IR35: Contractors demand tax and employment law alignment to protect ‘zero-rights’ workers
Government is again facing calls to ensure contractors that pay the same amount of tax as permanent employees also receive the same workplace benefits Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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E-Zine
13 Jul 2021
Driving intelligence – behind the scenes of Volkswagen’s in-car software
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we go behind the scenes of Volkswagen’s in-car software R&D centre. The UK’s largest supercomputer has gone live in Cambridge – we find out how it will transform healthcare research. And we talk to DWP’s digital chief about the restructuring of its IT capabilities. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2021
NHS to get new online jobs platform
NHS Business Services Authority is working to transform the NHS Jobs platform, currently in beta stage, with plans to launch it early next year Continue Reading
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News
09 Jul 2021
Ransomware gangs seek people skills for negotiations
The process of negotiating a ransomware payment is delicate, hence cyber criminal organisations are prepared to offer good terms to those with the right skillsets Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
09 Jul 2021
What steps can we take to finally close the tech skills gap?
Despite ongoing efforts from government, education providers and industry to close the tech skills gap, not much has changed, so will new initiatives start to close the chasm? Continue Reading
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News
07 Jul 2021
How the UK Cyber Security Council plans to professionalise security
As chair of the new UK Cyber Security Council, Claudia Natanson is in a superb position to develop professional standards in IT security and she intends to fundamentally reimagine what a security job actually is Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
06 Jul 2021
Bank of England searches for new CIO amid once-in-a-generation project
The Bank of England is recruiting a head of IT during a period of major change in its core IT system Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Opinion
02 Jul 2021
The secret to building a future-proof cyber security team
In a post-pandemic digital world, where cyber criminals see a feast of opportunities, what are the secrets to building a world-class cyber security function? Continue Reading
By- Russ Kirby
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News
01 Jul 2021
Nominations open for 2021 Security Serious Unsung Heroes Awards
Nominations are now open for this year’s edition of the Unsung Heroes Awards for cyber professionals and educators Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
30 Jun 2021
Business continuity interview questions for aspiring managers
Business continuity managers must be ready for anything, and that includes interviewing for the role. Here are some common business continuity interview questions to prepare for. Continue Reading
By- Erin Sullivan, Senior Site Editor
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News
29 Jun 2021
UK Cyber Security Council launches inaugural initiatives
Security association seeks to determine terms of reference for committees to oversee standards and ethics, and qualifications and careers in the cyber sector Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
28 Jun 2021
How CIOs can help their organisations accelerate digital transformation
Companies need to win the trust of their customers to gather the data they need to transform their businesses Continue Reading
By- Dan Higgins, EY
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News
25 Jun 2021
Deliveroo riders do not have right to unionise, UK court rules
A legal bid to establish collective bargaining rights for Deliveroo riders been dismissed in court, with judges ruling that they are not entitled to the right to form or join a trade union Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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Photo Story
25 Jun 2021
Important LGBTQ+ figures who shaped tech’s history
As the world celebrates Pride month, we take a deep dive into the lives of some of the people who have shaped the technology we use today, who are also LGBTQ+. Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
24 Jun 2021
NCSC recognises cyber degree apprenticeships for the first time
Addition of new cyber courses to National Cyber Security Centre’s accredited list will supposedly help students make better choices and help universities get more funding Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
24 Jun 2021
It’s time to hit fast forward for digital jobs
With huge numbers of people left unemployed by the pandemic, and continuing skills gaps in technology, now is the time to start joining dots and helping more people into long-term tech careers Continue Reading
By- Jacqueline de Rojas, TechUK
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News
23 Jun 2021
Thousands of UK IT SMEs in financial distress with 185,000 jobs at risk
Thousand of jobs in the UK IT sector are at risk as nearly 50,000 small businesses find themselves in dire straits financially Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
22 Jun 2021
Boris Johnson unveils plans for National Science and Technology Council
Prime minister Boris Johnson has announced plans to set up a National Science and Technology Council, which will help the UK realise and maximise the opportunities of scientific and technological breakthroughs Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
21 Jun 2021
UK public largely supportive of Amazon workers unionising
A poll released on Prime Day by UK-based trade union Unite shows strong public support for Amazon workers should they choose to unionise Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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21 Jun 2021
Automation to shrink Australia’s job market
Those who perform highly structured administrative jobs in finance, accounting and procurement are most at risk as automation continues to reshape Australia’s workforce Continue Reading
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News
17 Jun 2021
Increasing numbers of Dutch women opt for career in ICT
There’s a shortage of IT professionals in the Netherlands, but the skills gap can be bridged by attracting further women to the sector Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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News
16 Jun 2021
Tech sector hiring reaches highest level in five years
The number of job vacancies in the UK tech sector has reached the highest level since 2016, with massive expansion of remote working opportunities and growing demand for software developers Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
16 Jun 2021
Tech Nation launches D&I toolkit for tech founders
Tech Nation has launched a public diversity and inclusion “toolkit” including guidance for tech company founders to help create more inclusive businesses Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
16 Jun 2021
Nominate now: Most influential women in UK technology 2021
Computer Weekly is now looking for nominations for its 2021 list of the most influential women in UK technology Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
15 Jun 2021
Privacy pro salaries rise throughout pandemic, but at a cost
Data from the IAPP’s latest salary survey reveals some insight into how the pandemic impacted the privacy profession Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
15 Jun 2021
Japanese bank boss to leave after IT failures
Mizuho Bank president takes the blame for widespread IT system failures at the organisation Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Opinion
11 Jun 2021
Shaping a Digital Strategy to support UK productivity and jobs
With an all-party parliamentary group calling for evidence on digital skills, there are three key areas that policymakers should address Continue Reading
By- Bev White, Nash Squared
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News
11 Jun 2021
Government offers T-level funding to boost pandemic recovery
The government has announced it will be offering some employers £1,000 of funding for hosting T-level students Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
11 Jun 2021
UK and US to develop tech and science partnership
Partnership will explore collaboration in areas such as innovation, research, defence, security, intelligence and law enforcement, as well as making sure technology is ‘used as a force for good’ Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2021
Accenture supports tech bootcamp for people facing barriers to employment
Accenture is donating almost half a million pounds to help a tech training prgramme targeted at young people outside education Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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E-Zine
08 Jun 2021
The jobseekers turning to cyber crime in the pandemic
In this week’s Computer Weekly, security researchers say people left unemployed by the pandemic are turning to cyber crime – we find out why. We examine the confluence of distributed cloud and edge computing technologies. And controversial uses of facial recognition technology come under further scrutiny. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2021
IR35 reforms: Qdos research suggests room for improvement
The IR35 reforms came into force in April 2021, but research from contracting authority Qdos suggests some end-client organisation's compliance strategies require urgent improvement Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
04 Jun 2021
Amazon launches apprenticeship fund for small businesses
The £2.5m Amazon Apprenticeship Fund will be aimed at helping small businesses use the government’s levy transfer scheme to access talent Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
01 Jun 2021
Government on the hunt for Advanced Research and Invention Agency CEO
First CEO of the high-risk, high-reward research agency will be in charge of shaping the research, culture and setup of the organisation and define its strategy to identify and fund ground-breaking science and technology Continue Reading
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News
27 May 2021
Uber signs collective bargaining agreement with GMB
Uber and GMB sign “landmark” collective bargaining agreement with no ability to negotiate on earnings, attracting criticism from smaller unions that it lacks teeth Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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E-Zine
27 May 2021
CW Nordics: Denmark takes a top-down approach to gender equality in tech entrepreneurship
Tech Nordic Advocates has adopted a new approach to closing the gender gap in Danish technology startups, looking to emulate Canada’s top-down approach. Also in this issue, find out the state of play with the adoption of open banking in Europe. Continue Reading
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News
25 May 2021
DBS to fill tech roles at women-focused careers fair
DBS Bank is looking for more women to fill over 140 openings in engineering roles in a bid to improve gender diversity among its ranks Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
24 May 2021
Government pumps £166.5m into green technology
The government funding will be awarded to innovators, businesses and academics across the UK to develop technologies in carbon capture, greenhouse gas removal and hydrogen Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2021
IR35: MPs urged to back ‘curb or kill’ umbrella company-focused Finance Bill amendments
Two amendments to the incoming Finance Bill that have the potential to ban the use of umbrella companies are being voted on by MPs in the House of Commons today Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
20 May 2021
Credit Suisse to recruit more than 1,000 tech staff in India
Credit Suisse is hiring more IT professionals in India to supports its plan to develop a global tech hub Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
19 May 2021
India’s HCL to hire 1,000 tech professionals in the UK
Indian IT suppliers set to create thousands of IT jobs in the UK, which supports their intention to have more staff based closer to customers Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
17 May 2021
NCSC study to probe disability and neurodiversity in cyber
National Cyber Security Centre and KPMG have launched a new diversity study aiming to capture benchmarks on disability and neurodiversity in cyber Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
14 May 2021
Amazon to create 10,000 new UK jobs in 2021 across online retail and cloud computing divisions
Online retail giant goes public with plans to create 10,000 new jobs in UK and embark on a retraining plan for existing staff who may want to pursue employment opportunities outside the company later down the line Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Opinion
14 May 2021
Digital bootcamp initiative could kickstart new thinking about technology skills
The government’s digital bootcamps initiative could help begin to shift the way we think about the roles of technology professionals Continue Reading
By- Bev White, Nash Squared
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News
12 May 2021
How a cloud engineer at DBS Bank charted his career
A cloud engineering leader at DBS Bank offers a glimpse into the tasks and challenges of a cloud professional and how his team is organised to support the bank’s public and private cloud infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
11 May 2021
Collaboration key to success of UK’s Cyber Security Council
The founders of the UK’s Cyber Security Council have been setting out their plans to professionalise the cyber sector at the NCSC’s CyberUK 2021 event Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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E-Zine
11 May 2021
Chip supply shortages are hitting hard
In this week’s Computer Weekly, a shortage of semiconductors is affecting industries beyond just IT – we examine the implications. We talk to the CIO of pharmacy chain Boots about how tech helped in being an essential retailer during lockdown. And we look at the prospects for young people entering the IT sector post-pandemic. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
10 May 2021
HMRC facing calls to do more to tackle mini umbrella fraud in wake of BBC investigation
Contracting stakeholders are calling on HMRC to take more ‘visible action’ against mini umbrella companies, after a BBC Radio 4 File on 4 report claimed the UK is losing ‘hundreds of millions’ in tax each year through these firms Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Feature
10 May 2021
APAC career guide on cloud computing
Besides having engineering chops and certifications, aspiring cloud professionals should have curiosity and soft skills to succeed in the evolving cloud computing landscape Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
05 May 2021
Interview: ONS data science chief Tom Smith on government data capability
The managing director of the Office of National Statistics’ Data Science Campus, Tom Smith, describes the organisation’s data capability building activities for and across government Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Enterprise Applications Editor
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News
05 May 2021
Delivering international talent to Helsinki’s tech ecosystem
Finland’s capital is the envy of the world as a tech hub, but it still faces challenges in attracting skills in a highly competitive global market Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2021
Infosys to create 1,000 tech jobs in UK
Infosys joins TCS in announcing the creation of UK IT jobs as India and the UK negotiate a future trading relationship Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
30 Apr 2021
Simon Bolton named as NHS Digital interim CEO
Following the announcement of Sarah Wilkinson’s departure as CEO of NHS Digital, the organisation has appointed NHS Test and Trace CIO Simon Bolton as interim CEO Continue Reading
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News
29 Apr 2021
Northern Ireland pilots security training plan for 16-25s
Pilot scheme in Northern Ireland aims to widen access to cyber security careers Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
29 Apr 2021
UK demand for digital automation skills soars
The need for automation proficiency has more than doubled in the past two years, according to research Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2021
Recruiters can’t afford to hold out for cyber ‘unicorns’
The perfect security candidate is hard to find, so hiring policy needs to be more pragmatic Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
28 Apr 2021
CIO interview: Chris Porter, VP talent acquisition and matching, BP
With the help of digital technologies and recruitment of data-savvy talent, BP is aiming to become a net-zero business by 2050 Continue Reading
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News
23 Apr 2021
London mayoral candidates debate tech
The four mayoral candidates have set out their plans for the tech sector, including creating skills academies, harnessing kinetic energy, creating a London passport and setting up new tech hubs, but Tech London Advocates founder Russ Shaw says they all missed the mark Continue Reading
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Opinion
20 Apr 2021
London needs a mayor of growth
Here East’s CEO Gavin Poole on why the next mayor must ensure London remains the tech capital of Europe, and the importance of learning from the past Continue Reading
By- Gavin Poole, Here East
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News
20 Apr 2021
Transatlantic relationship strengthens Sweden’s startup sustainability
Nordic startup network is taking lessons from Canada in getting women into the IT industry Continue Reading
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News
19 Apr 2021
BBC appoints new digital and technology leaders
BBC splits former chief technology and product officer role into two, with Just Eat executive Storm Fagan to join in September Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
16 Apr 2021
London tech manifesto calls on next mayor to support tech industry
The London tech manifesto, put together by several tech organisations, calls on the city’s next mayor to support tech companies, increase digital skills investment and tackle the lack of diversity in the sector Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2021
Uber ordered to reinstate six drivers fired by automated process
A default judgment handed down by Dutch court has ordered Uber to reinstate six drivers with compensation following unevidenced accusations of fraud and automated firing via algorithm Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
14 Apr 2021
Remote workers largely supportive of a UK right to disconnect
The introduction of a “right to disconnect” in the UK is popular among workers and has backing from trade unions Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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Feature
12 Apr 2021
Why some jobseekers have turned to cyber crime during the pandemic
Research shows that many people have been seeking cyber crime-related work on the dark web, but why? Continue Reading
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News
08 Apr 2021
IR35 reforms: MPs call on government to clean up UK’s ‘wild west’ contracting labour supply chain
A 200-strong group of MPs is calling for urgent action from the government to protect contractors from the dubious practices of non-compliant umbrella companies and badly behaved employment agencies just days after private sector IR35 reforms came into force Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
07 Apr 2021
Deliveroo riders strike over pay and work conditions
Riders across the country are demanding fair pay, safety protections and basic workers’ rights pay on Deliveroo’s first day of trading as a public company Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
07 Apr 2021
Irish employees’ ‘right to disconnect’ enshrined in code of practice
A code of practice giving employees the ‘right to disconnect’ from work and not engage in electronic communications outside of their normal hours has come into effect in Ireland Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
06 Apr 2021
IR35 reforms: Private sector start date prompts mixed picture of predictions for contracting market
The IR35 tax avoidance reforms take hold in the private sector, prompting a mixed picture of predictions from stakeholders about what the future holds for contractors in the UK Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Feature
05 Apr 2021
How to land a job in cybersecurity
Find out if you're a good fit for a career in cybersecurity, the kind of training required, how to start building IT security skills and the types of jobs available. Continue Reading
By- Josh Johnson
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Feature
01 Apr 2021
Starting a career in the digital economy
What is it currently like for young people trying to hit the ground running with digital careers? What do employers want from them, and how has the last year of lockdowns affected their chances at a digital career? Continue Reading
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News
31 Mar 2021
Cyber Security Council to champion UK security pros
A new cyber security professional body has launched with the aim of developing and promoting UK cyber security excellence globally and growing the skills base Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
30 Mar 2021
Strong company culture the basis of a successful hybrid work environment
Study highlights how post-Covid working dynamics increase importance of communicative leadership with an inclusive organisational culture most important once logistics and technology are addressed Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Mar 2021
Asda bags ex-Marks and Spencer CIO
Carl Dawson, who has been CIO at department store M&S for six years, is leaving the retailer to become CIO at Asda Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor