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Rayner and Business Secretary clash over workers’ rights reforms

Sep 18, 2024 | 0

The cabinet is divided on the extent of new employment protections. What does this mean for HR?

Accident compensation expert shares crucial steps after workplace injuries

Sep 18, 2024 | 0

With a reported 1,980 non-fatal workplace injuries last year, understanding what to do after a workplace accident is crucial.

Study reveals top cities for workplace happiness in the UK

Sep 18, 2024 | 0

New research has assessed workplace happiness across major cities, taking into account factors such as average salary, cost of living, and flexible work opportunities.

UK struggles to attract highly skilled foreign workers

Sep 17, 2024 | 0

The United Kingdom is trailing other major Western nations in attracting highly skilled foreign workers.

Which benefits do employees find the most attractive?

Sep 17, 2024 | 0

More than ever before, employees are looking for improved workplace benefits to support them against the current financial climate and match the post-pandemic workplace dynamic.

Cabinet tensions rise as Rayner pushes for day-one employment protections

Sep 16, 2024 | 0

Tensions are rising within the UK government over proposed workers’ rights reforms, as Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner faces opposition from Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds.

Nearly half of businesses unaware of employee productivity issues in the digital workplace

Sep 16, 2024 | 0

New research from Scalable Software reveals that nearly half of businesses in the US and UK are in...

Police officers and social workers among the most stressful jobs in the UK

Sep 16, 2024 | 0

A recent study has highlighted the most stressful jobs in the UK, with police officers and social workers ranking as the top professions most likely to negatively impact mental health.

UK’s lowest-paid workers set for 6% minimum wage boost

Sep 13, 2024 | 0

Over a million low-paid workers across the UK are expected to see a wage increase next year as the government plans to raise the national living wage to £12.10 an hour.

75% of top 20 UK law firms now promote their use of AI to clients

Sep 13, 2024 | 0

The top UK law firms are now actively promoting their use of AI to clients, showcasing their early leadership in embracing the transformative technology.

Over two-thirds of employees struggling with work-related stress

Sep 13, 2024 | 0

More than 70 percent of UK employees experience work-related stress, with work emerging as the third leading cause of stress after lack of sleep and financial concerns.

Seven million retirees to miss out on £460 state pension boost

Sep 12, 2024 | 0

Pensioners under the old system could face significant financial shortfalls next year, experts warn.

Top 3 benefits of upskilling in the workplace

Sep 12, 2024 | 0

With the current job market being the toughest that it has ever been, now more than ever it is vital to obtain a desirable skillset to stand out from the crowd!