Database logs 'dishonest' employees

Last Modified: 08 May 2008
Source: PA News

Companies have launched a database which allows them to share details of employees accused of dishonesty at work.

The National Staff Dismissal Register lets firms log details of staff caught stealing, committing fraud or damaging company property.

Other companies can then use the database to check job applicants' history.

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