Study shows that most employers are not able to provide targeted benefits for their employees
According to a new study, only a quarter (24%) of UK employers tailor their workplace benefits according to the lifestyle and demographic needs of their employees. Towergate Employee Benefits, an independent employee benefits advisor, revealed that currently only 24 percent (24%) of employers target their benefit support according to employee needs. Experts argue that while […]
The government is urged to review parental leave in its entirety
Academics have joined forces with unions and charities to urge the government to conduct a comprehensive review on parental leave. This includes maternity, paternity, and shared parental leaves, as well as how to manage and structure time off and pay. In a letter addressed to Justin Madders the employment minister, 18 organizations and 15 academics […]
Reform UK councils’ staff face WFH ban
After Nigel Farage, the party’s leader, said that he would create ‘efficiency units’ in each authority after last week’s local election results in England saw Reform UK win control of 10 councils there is a ban for staff to work from home. Farage said to the BBC on Friday: “We’re deeply unhappy with the way […]
Project Brains launches AI-driven job description platform
Project Brains launches AI-driven Job Description Platform ProdigyPB The B2B SaaS Platform allows SMEs to hire more effectively, reduce hiring mistakes and attract the right talent faster Project Brains is a UK-based company that connects businesses with fractional specialists to solve business challenges. They have launched ProdigyPB – an AI-driven platform for job descriptions. Users […]
How to calculate the ROI on your progress plans
A good plan of progression is essential for any HR professional, whether in an enterprise or a personal one. The organisation is concerned with quantifying their impact. Leaders want to know that their investments are generating tangible returns. Return on Investment of these progress plans validates their effectiveness and ensures that they are aligned with […]
Nigel Farage rejects DEI and remote work
Work from home? Forget it. If you’re a DEI officer I recommend you find another job.” Context Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, made this blunt comment after local elections in England where his party won council seats based on anti-establishment and small-government policies. Farage told media outlets, including the BBC that Reform UK will […]
UK businesses need to develop new methods of teaching ‘human skills’ for the AI Age
According to a new study, UK employers need to find creative ways to engage employees in developing essential ‘human’ skills to unlock the AI potential. Hemsley Fraser is a learning and development specialist. The study highlights employee cynicism and gender and generational differences in learning. It also shows concern about AI’s impact on the job […]
Positive long-term effects of team building on communication and collaboration
New research shows that organisations who neglect team building may be missing out long-lasting and wide-ranging benefits. 62% say that team building increases communication in the workplace. 29% cite a positive long-term impact. 3 out of 5 also link the improvement in collaboration with 27% noting the change over time. Gallup’s State of the Global […]
As workload and cost concerns increase, HR professionals are under pressure
According to new research, HR professionals in the UK face increasing stress due to excessive workloads. Financial pressures are also a major factor. According to a study conducted by the HR software provider Ciphr, only 6.3 per cent of HR professionals report that they have never felt stressed at work. In the survey, 94 percent […]
Expert shares ways to help businesses and job seekers.
A new analysis released by the ONS in April showed that the unemployment rate among people 16 and older remained unchanged from December 2024 until February 2025, remaining at 4.4%. Mark Rothwell CEO of Hiring Hub said “We’ve definitely seen a decrease in the number of roles on the market. However, what we have seen […]