Starmer to propose youth mobility scheme in EU talks
As part of its efforts to reset the UK’s relationship with the trading bloc, the UK government is expected to offer a scheme for youth mobility to European Union (EU) members. According to a report by The Times, under a “Australian-style plan”, young EU workers and student would be able live and work in Britain […]
Frontline staff must be trained in health issues
A report says that people in roles where they are dealing with the public should receive training on how to talk to customers about their physical and mental health. The Royal Society for Public Health’s report What Are You Talking About? says that employees working in workplaces with public exposure, as well as in schools, […]
Poll: Flexible working hours and health insurance are top priorities for employees
A poll suggests that employees’ top health and wellness priorities for 2025 are flexible working hours, paid “wellness days”, and better health insurance. In a survey of 1,046 UK-based employees, YuLife found that half of the women (54%) rate their health as “good”, compared to 63% of the men. Employees who are happy at work […]
How to navigate through the challenges of restructuring and redundancies
Restructuring and redundancies. Two words that send a shiver down any HR professional’s spine. No one enters this field dreaming of delivering bad news. You’re in HR because you believe in people, in growth, in building strong, thriving teams. But sometimes, business realities dictate difficult decisions, and it falls on you to manage them with […]
NHS Northwest Benefits from Attensi training to keep staff on the frontline while boosting their competence.
Attensi is a leader in the field of game-based learning and has been partnering with NHS Trusts throughout the Northwest for three years. They have delivered innovative and effective training to reduce training time, increase competency and keep staff on the frontline. This partnership, in addition to achieving cost and time efficiencies, has also brought […]
Beyond compliance: 4 steps to transform workplace safety and employee wellbeing
Lisa Sharman is the National Head of Education & Commercial Training at St John Ambulance. She says that a holistic approach to workplace First Aid goes beyond compliance. She explores the benefits of workplace first aid for employee safety, wellbeing and productivity. First aid in the workplace is more than just a checkbox to ensure […]
One in three small business owners can’t take a proper break
Many small business owners in the UK face a harsh reality: they are overworked, financially strapped and unable to take the much-needed holidays. They may even be on the verge of burnout. InsureandGo’s new research shows that a large portion of UK small business owners miss out on vacations to run their businesses. This highlights […]
Alexia Pedersen – Upskilling UK workers for the AI Revolution
The UK government faces a major challenge as it launches its AI Opportunity Action Plan, which aims to increase the implementation of new technologies in order to boost economic development. It must ensure that every industry is ready for this seismic change. It is interesting to note that both UK employers as well as employees […]
Report: Prioritising mental health can help UK plc to grow –
Low pay, poor working conditions, air pollution and insecure housing all harm people’s mental health, a report has suggested, whereas good jobs, safe and secure homes, and healthy products can all achieve the opposite. The conclusions highlight how focusing more on improving this type of health inside and outside the workplace could help government meet […]
How businesses can support young people with cancer prevention
Fostering a culture of openness and awareness, promoting healthy lifestyle choices and, crucially, ensuring managers are well-educated and well-trained can play a crucial role in cancer prevention in the workplace, argues Keira Wallis. When businesses review their cancer prevention and care policies, they may not immediately think about younger employees. However, it’s an integral age […]