How to make sure your SME prospers in the New Financial Year
By Mark Williams, Chief Operating Officer at Sharp UK The start of a new financial year is more than just a turn of the calendar; it’s a valuable opportunity to reflect on achievements, reassess priorities, and set a course for future success. Whether it’s adopting smarter technologies, refining strategies, or fostering stronger connections with customers, […]
Skills shortages can be solved by upskilling professionals.
The UK faces a skills crisis that could slow down our economy, undermine innovation and leave entire industries in the dark. Most schemes are geared towards getting graduates and young people into apprenticeships or training, but they overlook a valuable and underused resource: experienced professionals. They bring with them a wealth transferable skills, professional maturity […]
HSE releases new guidelines to protect hospitals from nitrous dioxide exposure
The Health and Safety Executive has published guidance to protect midwives against excessive nitrous dioxide exposure. This guidance is intended for those who are responsible for the safety of new mothers and workers on maternity wards. This includes occupational health teams within the NHS. Nitrous oxide, also known as “gas and air” when mixed with […]
Alcohol-related deaths are at an all-time high in the UK, and a charity is calling for a new approach.
Official figures show that alcohol-related deaths have reached a record high in the UK. A charity has called for a change of approach to harm prevention. <a href=”https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/healthandsocialcare/causesofdeath/bulletins/alcoholrelateddeathsintheunitedkingdom/registeredin2023#:~:text=In%202023%3A,16.6%20deaths%20per%20100%2C000%20people). The data released by the Office for National Statistics, which comes after a five-year period of increasing death rates year-on-year, has led Alcohol Change UK to urge […]
Skillcast reports that DEI demand in the UK is soaring as US corporations cut back.
The shift in attitude comes after the former president Donald Trump withdrawn support for federal DEI programs, causing several multinational companies reassessment their approach to workplace equality. Skillcast, a compliance and DEI provider in the UK has reported an increase of 92 percent in interest for its’Protected Characteristics in Work‘guide. Page views […]
Gino D’Acampo accused by Gino of “inappropriate” and intimidating behaviour
Celebrity chef Gino d’Acampo has been accused of intimidating and inappropriate behaviour toward TV production staff. ITV News conducted an investigation that revealed accusations of aggressive behavior, abusive language and sexualized comments. D’Acampo denies these allegations. ITV News reported that D’Acampo told a woman he wanted to “turn me over and f*** up my a*** […]
AI is a threat to two out of three white-collar jobs
The Institute for Public Policy Research has released a new report that examines the impact of generative AI on the UK workforce. It also calls for a clearer government directive on AI’s place in the workplace. According to an analysis of 22,000 white-collar jobs performed by workers, up to 70% of them could be replaced […]
Gitte De Brabander: Lessons from Belgium on strengthening employment rights
What can we learn from Belgium’s similar legislation as the UK Government implements a stronger worker protection with its new Employment Rights Bill? The Employment Rights Bill, which will be introduced in October 2024 by the UK Government, aims to bring flexibility for employees and employers, and ensure employment legislation that is “fit for a […]
Tinnitus at Work: Breaking the Silence
Tinnitus Week is here, and now’s the time to start a conversation. Tinnitus shouldn’t be a problem that anyone has to deal with alone, particularly at work. Simple changes can have a big impact on productivity, focus and well-being. Tinnitus is a problem that affects millions, but it’s largely hidden in the workplace. Many workers […]
Managers: Eight-step guide to having mental health conversations
Today is Day of Talk 2025 a national initiative to encourage mental health discussions. Today, managers are expected to provide their teams with guidance on work-related matters as well as help foster a mentally healthy culture in the workplace. Many managers are not prepared for these conversations and express concerns like: “What happens if I […]