Mellow: New Work: Decoding the Gig Economy Terms
Since 2010, I have been involved with the gig economy, and I love it. It can be difficult to understand how the gig economy works. Mellow’s “ Decoding Gig-Economy Terms ” can help you navigate this new world of work. The Gig Economy in 2025 Although no one can predict what the future holds, it […]
Six easy steps to implementing an IR35 Process
Many parties who hire contractors do not understand how IR35 & Off-Payroll Working affects them. Complexity of the legislation can cause businesses to put themselves at unnecessary risk. To avoid tax liabilities and ensure compliance with tax regulations, HR professionals need a robust IR35 process. Should you consider working off-payroll? The Intermediaries Legislation (also known […]
Salary Sacrifices: A Way to Maximize Employee Retention and Attract Talent
The secret to building an organization that thrives and stands out is to retain top talent. Salary sacrifice schemes are the key to success! benefits packages are a must if you want to attract the best talent and retain your top performers. The fact is that 65% of job candidates find benefits to be a […]
The millennials are the first to “switch off” before Christmas
According to research, millennials begin to “switch-off” from work on average around the 16th day of December. A survey found that 46,1 percent of millennials divert attention away from work-related tasks during working hours. This makes them twice as likely to delay tasks to the New Year as Gen Z employees. Gen Z employees also […]
Legal and HR considerations for office Christmas parties
Office Christmas parties are a great way to unwind and celebrate with your colleagues. However, they require careful planning to maintain professional boundaries. Weightmans has released guidance on how to navigate office Christmas parties responsibly. They highlight key legal considerations both for employers and for employees. Sejal Raja is an Employment Lawyer with Weightmans. She […]
AI and cybersecurity led skill growth in 2024
New insights from Coursera’s annual Job Skills Report reveal shifts in skill development among employees, job seekers, and students worldwide. The data, based on over five million learners who accessed the platform via universities, businesses, or governments, shows the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity skills. AI is the fastest-growing job skill globally […]
Police probe Post Office scandal to include employees, lawyers, and civil servants
The Metropolitan Police is investigating crimes related to Post Office Horizon. One hundred officers are working on the criminal investigation. Operation Olympos, a Met investigation, has already identified scores of persons of interest. The Horizon scandal, which began in 1999 when Fujitsu rolled out a flawed computer system, continued until 2019. In 2019, the judge […]
In a cost-cutting effort, 10,000 civil service positions will be eliminated.
The government’s plans to reduce costs by 5% in all departments could result in the elimination of at least 10,000 civil service positions. The number of civil servants working full-time has increased in the last few years. In 2016, there were only 380,000 workers in the central government. Ministers now recognize that this increase is […]
Survey: Employees are unprepared for the future and feel they lack information.
According to a Skillsoft global survey, more than eight out of ten employees are unprepared for the challenges they will face in 2025. The learning platform identified issues such as burnout, exhaustion and overworked workers in 2024. Skillsoft polled 2,100 full-time workers and found that just under half (48%) had been told about their employer’s […]
Met Police Staff Vote to Strike over Office Return
The Metropolitan Police Staff voted to strike over plans that would force them to return to work for 3 to 5 days per week. This new policy requires that employees attend their workplace between 60% and 100% depending on where they are located, affects around 2,400 workers. Members voted overwhelmingly in favor of industrial action […]