Civil Service Pension Scheme: PCS and Capita reach recognition agreement
28 Nov HR

Civil Service Pension Scheme: PCS and Capita reach recognition agreement

Outsourcer says the agreement "reflects our commitment to building a strong, positive relationship with PCS"
by Tevye Markson
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