Should employers be forced to send out job information packs? Photograph: Karen Beard/Getty Images
Ever taken a "dream job", only to discover a few months later that it was more of a nightmare? Few jobs live up to their "brochure" description - but how can you get hold of the warts-and-all information from employers and (former) employees to make an informed decision when choosing between job offers?
In today's Work section, we float the idea of Jips. Homebuyers in the UK now receive home information packs (Hips), so why not compel employers to hand out comprehensive job information packs that 'fess up to the nitty gritty of company culture, employee satisfaction ... and why the last person in the advertised role left?
Our idea gets widespread support from MPs, unions and even a few employers ... but do you think it would work in practice? And if Jips were introduced, what information would you want them to include?
