
Dear Editor, What are people’s thoughts on the Tesco recruitment process? I myself am incredibly disappointed. The application process itself seems flawed to me as it is basically personal information such as name, address etc, with two references and a short scenario based questionnaire. At no point does the application offer applicants a chance to […]

The Northern Ireland Independent Retail Trade Association (NIIRTA) has urged small business owners to fully engage with the forthcoming Rate Revaluation. Business owners will shortly be receiving letters urging them to complete a Form of Return as part of the valuation process. Small Business owners will also be receiving their rates bills this week, with […]
Apr 3 2013 | Posted in
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Increasingly recruiters are using competency based interviews to assess potential candidate’s suitability for roles. The word competency means the skills that are necessary to achieve an effective performance level in the job. Every job will have a set of key competencies and this is what the interview and in many cases the application form will […]

Newry’s first ever ‘Buy Local’ campaign was launched last night to a packed Sean Hollywood Arts Centre. The project, designed to encourage local people to spend their money within the community, is spearheaded by Newry & Mourne District Council. The focus of the campaign is to inform local people about the economic and cultural benefits […]

Through providing successful interview coaching to hundreds of candidates across many sectors and at all levels I know that there are three keys to managing interview nerves and harnessing that little adrenalin rush that all candidates get to really make it work for you and not hinder your performance. When you can be absolutely prepared […]

A mixed reception greeted the news last night that the recruitment campaign for the new Tesco store in Newry has begun. According to the Department of Education and Learning, the new Tesco store on the Belfast Road in Newry will create over 200 new jobs for the area. Due to open on 6th June 2013 […]

An integral part of the business plan is the cash flow for each of the years you have chartered your development. After the executive summary, these are probably the most important features of any plan, whether you’re a start-up or an established business looking to expand. Jack Welsh the famous CEO of General Electric said, […]
Mar 27 2013 | Posted in
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The Northern Ireland Independent Retail Trade Association (NIIRTA) has urged David Cameron to deliver on devolving Corporation Tax to Northern Ireland. Its call comes ahead of tomorrow’s meeting in Downing Street with the Prime Minister and the First and deputy First Ministers on Corporation Tax. NIIRTA also called for the establishment of local Enterprise Zones […]
Mar 25 2013 | Posted in
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A local bridal boutique – The White Gallery – is celebrating this week after being listed in the Top 10 Wedding Dress Designers and Suppliers in Ireland. The wedding boutique, based in Burren, is the only bridal boutique from Northern Ireland to feature in the Top 10, which was compiled by the esteemed website destination […]
Mar 25 2013 | Posted in
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As you are no doubt aware employers are responsible for reporting details of employees’ pay, expenses and benefits to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). They are also responsible for making the relevant deductions from the payments, broadly income tax, national insurance contributions and student loan deductions. This article highlights some of the complications with the […]
Mar 21 2013 | Posted in
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