Teachers may strike if wages are not increased
Teachers in England may strike if the government fails to offer them a pay increase for the following academic year. The National Teaching Union (NEU), at its conference this week in Harrogate, announced that it would hold a ballot if the recommendation for a 2,8% pay increase next year was not changed. In a preliminary […]
Explore the best London offices for “Zillennials”
The ‘Zillennials,’ a micro-generation of young people aged 23 to 33 years old that spans Generation Z and Millennials, are waging a war on talent closer to home. This demographic, which places a greater emphasis on work-life integration, is more likely to choose office locations that are in line with their lifestyle and offer a […]
People, culture and progress: Sarah Bennett’s vision for an inclusive HR
The Big Interview Sarah Bennett is a CIO and HR lead at digital consultancy Mercator Digital. She has a front-row seat to the tech transformation reshaping workplaces. She has seen first-hand how tech is transforming workplaces as CIO and HR Lead at digital consultancy Mercator Digital. She’s also firmly rooted in her belief that technology […]
Starbucks’s new employee dress code is part of the brewing turnaround.
I don’t care what my Barista wears, when she gives me my drink or my breakfast. This will make a huge difference. “A touch of professionalism can go a long way.” Starbucks announced that its in-store employees will be required to wear updated dress codes. The new dress code will require employees to wear “any […]
How to empower your managers for them to thrive
Three out of every four managers are feeling overwhelmed, stressed out or burnt out. This alarming figure was revealed by a recent Capterra survey of UK managers, which also revealed the fact that many managers were actively searching for new jobs. Middle managers are often faced with conflicting demands and needs in a world that […]
Hot desking: Are you burned? What legal risks should every UK employer be aware of?
Tina Chander is the Founder and Director of End Workplace Bullying Day, and Head of Employment Law for Wright Hassall Hot desking has become a popular trend in the UK, according to recent statistics. More than half of UK office have adopted this policy. Hot desking is praised by employers for its cost saving benefits, […]
How to identify if a worker is using technology in a problematic way and what to do about it
By Professor Marcantonio Spada, Chief Clinical Officer, Onebright The use of technology can be a burden in the workplace if it becomes problematic. The term ‘problematic technology use’ is used to describe excessive and compulsive technology usage that can have negative effects on a person’s social, academic, and professional performance. It can also affect mood […]
Amid ‘Awful’ April fears, job postings are on the rise in key sectors
Early 2025 has seen a steady increase in the UK labour market. Hiring activity is resilient across all key sectors. The outlook is uncertain because of the cost increases that were introduced in April. According to the latest Labour Market Tracker by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation and the labour market analytics company Lightcast, the […]
Unveiling Next-Generation Solutions at HR Technologies UK
HR Technologies UK will return to the UK from 23-24th April 2025. The show, which is held at London’s ExCeL in its third edition, is a must-attend for HR professionals who want to stay on top of trends and achieve success within their organizations. HR Technologies UK, which expects over 5,000 attendees, will feature over […]
The UK fails to attract international talent in key sectors
Recent Home Office data revealed that only 181,000 work visas were granted out of 560,000 visas requested in the past 4 years. The Home Office revealed that 67% of visa applications were declined. This left key sectors lacking valuable foreign skilled workers to fuel their growth. There is a need for work visas in these […]