Tax case against a locum doctor is finally settled
After a long legal battle, a doctor who provided services via a personal service company to two hospitals has been considered an employee. In Mantides vs HMRC George Mantides was a locum urologist at two hospitals in 2013 – Medway Maritime Hospital, and Royal Berkshire Hospital. HMRC investigated his worker status. They believed that he […]
HR Technologies UK: Shaping the Future of HR and Recruitment
HRZone, as a media sponsor for HR Technologies UK (2025), is preparing for the must-attend event this year for HR and Recruitment professionals. The event will take place at ExCeL London on the 23-24th April. It promises cutting-edge insight, technology demonstrations and networking opportunities. In its third edition, HR Technologies UK will welcome more than […]
DHS wants workers to quit. The $25,000 buyout has hidden costs
A $25,000 payout may feel generous and clean when it comes to trimming payroll. Kristi Noem is the head of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Department and she offers employees a $25,000 payout in exchange for their resignation . If you are considering reducing the number of employees, you should know how much that $25,000 (or whatever […]
Gi Group named finalist for inclusion award at Rainbow Honours 2025
HR and recruitment company Gi Group UK has been named a finalist in the 2025 Rainbow Honours. The business has been shortlisted in the category of ‘Large Brand or Organisation of the Year’, recognising its work in equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), particularly for its focus on neurodiversity in the workplace. Gi Group employs nearly […]
What’s the latest on the Employment Rights Bill?
If you work in HR, unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll know that the Employment Rights Bill is currently making its way through Parliament. MPs recently backed the Employment Rights Bill after its third reading in the House of Commons and it is now progressing through the House of Lords for further scrutiny. […]
UK employers rank reskilling as the top HR challenge for 2025
UK employers rank reskilling as top HR challenge for 2025 Wellbeing falls to third position as employers prioritize reskilling to respond to labour market pressure According to a new study by SD Worx, the UK’s top HR concern is addressing skill gaps and upskilling. Employee well-being topped the list across Europe (25%), but in the […]
Union wants polyamorous people to have rights
A branch from the Scottish Fire Brigades Union submitted a motion for the Scottish Trades Union Congress to recognize polyamorous marriages under the Equality Act. The LGBT group in the union wants the motion debated during the annual Congress of the union body at Dundee, at the end April. They say the stigma surrounding polyamory […]
British Steel should be nationalised in order to protect future generations
British Steel may be nationalised amid growing concerns about the future of its blast furnaces at Scunthorpe. The company announced last month that it would consult the workers and unions about the proposed closing of these sites, which could put 2,700 jobs in danger. British Steel said that operating the two furnaces at Scunthorpe was […]
Employees can build financial resilience with these tips
Many people find it difficult to save enough money in the current economic climate. A survey by WEALTH AT WORK of working adults found that the top financial concerns were not having enough money to cover unexpected expenses (42%), not being in a position to save for the future (37%), and not being able pay […]
A recruitment expert reveals five key workplace benefits to help staff manage rising living costs
Prices are now beginning to rise in the UK. Council tax, energy bills (water bills), and car tax are all examples. As we can see, the rise in cost of living has a negative impact on mental health. New data from Tiger Recruitment’s study shows worrying patterns in the UK when it comes to burnout […]