Employers are cracking down on unpaid internships
The majority of employers are in favor of cracking down on unpaid or low-paid internships, as a new study suggests that there is a growing divide between classes when it comes to accessing these schemes. According to a study conducted by the Sutton Trust, a social mobility charity, nearly two-thirds (38%) of respondents believe that […]
Expected to continue decline in pay awards through 2025
Brightmine, a provider of HR insights, has released new data that shows an increase in average pay for the fourth quarter of 2024. This is a continuation of the downward trend that began earlier this year. Based on 12 pay awards that covered around 3,000 UK workers, the analysis shows that most of the deals […]
Researchers find that ‘job-hoppers’ make 31% more money than the average worker
According to a new study by Wealthify, workers who change jobs frequently earn higher salaries and have larger pension pots than their counterparts that stay in the same role for a longer period of time. According to the study, which included 4,000 UK adults and surveyed them, individuals who had changed jobs at least four […]
Management training in 2025 – Two out of five employees are unsure about their managers’ capabilities
Unmind’s latest research reveals some interesting insights on management training. Over three quarters (79%) feel that they do not have enough skills training and 74% say that they need training specifically to support mental health of employees. This skills gap affects employee engagement and wellbeing. It also impacts organisational performance. Two in five employees are […]