Majority of UK businesses not actively pursuing diversity

In a poll conducted by Monster, 62 percent of UK businesses were either not diverse or unaware if they were. According to a local Scottish government white paper, minority groups and disabled people are still missing out on job opportunities. Less than half of the disabled population of working age are in employment and people from black Caribbean, Pakistani and Bangladeshi communities have significantly higher unemployment rates and lower average earnings than white persons. The Monster Meter recently asked the British public the question, “Does your company employ a diverse workforce?” revealing: 38% Yes, this is a big priority,36% No, not at all ,15% I don’t know,11% They are starting to think about this but it is not yet a reality. Rob Brouwer, CEO Monster UK and Ireland says, “maintaining a diverse workforce can be beneficial for companies of all sizes and in all sectors, employers may not be aware of the rewards a diverse workforce can reap for their business. People from different backgrounds provide the workforce with a broader skill set and cultural differences in practice. It also enables you to select from a bigger pool of candidates.”