When will the employer’s national insurance increase?
What does it mean for payroll and HR teams that the Treasury is reportedly considering increasing national insurance contributions to employers in the next Budget? What can happen to the employer’s national insurance? The new Labour government famously stated that it needed to plug a PS22-billion black hole in the nation’s finances. The Autumn Budget, […]
Making a meaningful brand for your employer (webinar).
Thursday 14 November 2024, 2:00pm GMT Having a strong employer brand is essential to attracting top talent and fostering loyalty and engagement. However, a meaningful brand goes beyond just looking good; it encompasses core values and culture, and impacts both employees and the wider world. Collaboration between employers and creative agencies can support this, allowing […]
Disability claim for a dog that was not deemed an emotional support animal is denied by the bailiff
A county court bailiff brought a mini Yorkshire terrier as an “emotional support animal” to work and lost her disability discrimination claim against the Ministry of Justice. The employment tribunal heard that Ms Cullingford brought her dog Bella along when she enforced court order so she could “talk through” it with her whenever she felt […]
Launch of the Energy Skills passport in January 2025
The Government has approved a new program to assist workers who have been in oil and gas industries in transitioning into renewable energy. The Energy Skills Passport, which will launch in January, allows workers and employers to identify the qualifications and standards needed for offshore wind roles. Ed Miliband and Gillian Martin, Scottish cabinet secretary […]
The top employee experience trends for 2025
Experience management company Qualtrics has announced key employee experience trends for 2025, with advice on how employers can better support their workforce amid rapid workplace changes. The report reveals that younger employees, aged 18-24, are particularly optimistic about their careers and their company’s future. However, organisations need to address areas such as candidate experience and […]
Bonuses for bankers to be further liberalized
The bonuses of bankers will be further deregulated to increase the competitiveness of London on the international stage. The Bank of England’s Prudential Regulation Authority revealed on 17th October that they would be seeking to reduce the time period for deferring bonuses to the highest paid bankers in firms from eight to five years. Deferring […]
Meta dismisses workers over meal voucher misuse
Last week, Meta, a tech giant, fired 30 employees for using its meal voucher system to purchase toothpaste, wine glasses, and washing powder. The Los Angeles office of the firm that owns Facebook and WhatsApp, as well as Instagram, has dismissed employees who were earning six-figure salaries. Some of the dismissed people had used vouchers […]
Fortifying your eLearning: How to select the right provider for secure LMS deployment
When you employ the services of a third-party company, including Learning Management System (LMS) providers, security becomes a game played on both sides. No matter how tight your security policies are, if your partner does not meet the same standards, your security may be compromised. Security is a very important aspect of eLearning. Mainly because […]
Jess Phillips announces new initiative to combat modern slavery backlog
The Home Office has recruited 200 staff to help clear the backlog of 23300 cases of modern slavery. Jess Phillips said that the government plans to close cases in two years, to eliminate uncertainty for those who claim they are victims of modern slavery. Phillips stated that “for too long modern slavery survivors have not […]
How to handle sick leave by employers
Employers face a difficult task when it comes to managing sickness absence, particularly if the cause of sickness is linked to a physical disability. Employers must be careful as any less than a sensitive, considered approach could expose them to claims. Employers must include any conditions or terms relating to disability in their employee’s contracts […]