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Importance of carrying out proper due diligence when recruiting

By Rustom Tata

19/02/2025

Rustom Tata shares his insights with International Employment Lawyer on the importance of carrying out verification checks on candidates to reveal dishonesty, following the controversy surrounding Chancellor Rachel Reeves CV.
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Rustom Tata

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Employment law expert specialising in company and individual reputation management including the removal of senior executives.

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