Nine out of 10 workers are required to work more hours
According to Virgin Media O2, data shows that almost nine out of ten workers in the UK must now work more days per week. The latest Business Movers Index shows that Mondays and Thursdays are the days when employees must be in office. These are 65% and 67% of all mandatory workdays. It revealed that […]
The Higher Education sector has experienced a number of redundancies.
Nearly 1 in 4 leading UK universities is cutting staff and budgets. There are calls to take action as the Higher Education Sector faces up to 10,000 redundancies or job losses. This article does not comment on the need for universities to make cuts or the ways to deal with the complex challenges facing the […]
Why waiting for Access to Work is worth it
Access to Work is available since 1994 but less than 1 percent of disabled people in working age use it. How can employers help individuals with disabilities make the most out of this government grant. Leanne Maskell says it’s much easier than you think. Access to Work is more important than ever for employers, as […]
Former Letby hospital CEO wins tribunal in whistleblowing case
Dr Susan Gilby, former chief executive of Countess of Chester NHS Foundation Trust, has won her unfair dismissal case against the Trust and its chair, Ian Haythornthwaite. The tribunal ruled that Dr Gilby was forced out of her role after whistleblowing about the “confrontational and aggressive behaviour” of Haythornthwaite to both the Trust and NHS […]
Career stages shape employee attitudes more than generational differences
Workplace attitudes are influenced more by career stages than by generational stereotypes, according to research from Culture Amp. The findings challenge common perceptions about Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers, revealing that trends in commitment, management perceptions, career optimism, and internal communication have remained consistent across generations at similar life and career stages. The […]
Employer NIC contributions reach decade high, with further increases expected
The latest data from The Global Payroll Association (GPA) shows that UK businesses paid £114bn in employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) in 2024, the highest total in the past decade. This follows an annual increase of 6.8 percent, marking the ninth consecutive rise since 2015. The figure is expected to grow further in 2025 due […]
Assessment of your mental health strategy at work for 2025
By Alison Bromley Head of Partnerships, Onebright By 2025, businesses will have made great strides in their understanding and acceptance of mental health at work. According to reports, 96% of UK’s top companies now provide some form of mental health support for their employees. Statistics show that 15% of adults in the workforce suffer from […]
The Top 10 Counties in the UK for New Business Startups
A new study has revealed that the West Midlands is the best place to start a company in the UK. In the analysis, each county was ranked based on factors which contribute to the success of new businesses, such as business growth rates and average broadband speeds. The 10 best counties in which to start […]
Property consultant with morning sickness awarded £94k after ‘jazz hands’ dismissal
A property consultant who suffered from early pregnancy morning sickness has been awarded £93,600 after she was dismissed in a message that included a ‘jazz hands’ emoji. The Birmingham employment tribunal concluded that the text message she received was “deliberately obscure” but that it was “obvious” that her dismissal was because of morning sickness that […]
Redefining employee relationships for the future of Work (Webinar)
Friday 27 March 2025 at 2:00pm GMT Employee relations must change as well. The core of employee relations is discipline and grievance, but the many interactions between employees and employers can help to prevent disputes from arising. This helps us retain and engage our talent. In association with Civica and Personnel Today, this free webinar […]