Doctors vote for return to strike action
Resident doctors (formerly known as junior doctors) in England have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a return to strike action, delivering a blow to the government just days after the launch of its ambitious 10-Year Health Plan. The ballot, which ran from 27 May until 7 July, saw a turnout of 55%, with almost 30,000 […]
Report warns that AI anxiety could lead to a loss of talent in the customer experience sector
A new study reveals that agents are looking for new jobs due to training gaps, poor communications, and unclear career pathways. This is threatening digital transformation’s success. According to a new study by ArvatoConnect, the integration of AI in customer experience operations causes anxiety among employees. This can lead them to quit their jobs. Turning […]
Construction skills shortages put housing target at risk, report warns
A severe shortage of skilled workers is threatening the Government’s target to build 1.5 million new homes by 2029, according to new research by skills development body City & Guilds. The report notes widespread concerns across the construction industry about the availability of talent and the ability to meet government ambitions. The report, which surveyed […]
Government to extend bereavement leave to cover early pregnancy loss
Parents who experience a miscarriage before 24 weeks of pregnancy will gain a new legal right to bereavement leave under proposals to amend the Employment Rights Bill. The Government plans to expand the current law, which only entitles parents to bereavement leave following pregnancy loss after 24 weeks. Under the planned changes, parents will be […]
SAS will provide free AI training as part of a national initiative to equip 7.5 millions workers with essential AI skills
SAS, a leader in data and AI, has backed a government initiative to provide 7.5 million UK workers with essential AI and tech skills over the next 5 years. This is part of the Plan for Change as well as the Industrial Strategy to embed digital and AI into the UK workforce. SAS, as an […]
St John Ambulance launches a national campaign to encourage workplaces and employers to prepare better for mass casualties, traumatic injuries, and other incidents.
St John Ambulance, the leading first-aid charity in England, has launched a campaign to encourage businesses to better train their employees to deal with traumatic workplace injuries – from accidents to terrorist attacks to mass casualty events. In recent years the need for holistic approaches to trauma injuries has increased dramatically. More than 50,000 knife-related […]
Executive coaching matters: Why HR should reconsider leadership support
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Think tank: Young people are not prepared for the world of work
A report by the Institute for Public Policy Research shows that fewer than half of all young people are ready to work after completing their education. According to the think tank, only 47% (18-24 year olds) felt ready to enter the workforce. This compares to 60% for those older than 26 years. Two in five […]
UK employment “stalls at 13-year Low” as Labour Costs weigh on Business Confidence
UK employment remains subdued despite signs of improvement in the business output. This is due to rising costs, a cautious outlook and firms’ struggles with rising costs. According to the latest report from accountancy and business advice firm BDO, the Employment Index fell again in June – to 94.22 compared to 94.32 last May. This […]
The latest trend in employee trends shows that one in seven employees resign out of revenge.
According to Reed.co.uk, one in seven employees has “revenge-quit” their employer. A survey by the recruitment site of over 2,000 employees revealed that 15% had abruptly quit without formal notice. This phenomenon, it claims, is fueled by social media and perceived mistreatment. Over a third of employees blame poor management and 27% say they retaliated […]