Report shows strong public sector boost as pay plans overtake the private sector
The public sector workforce has seen a strong boost in expected pay awards, surpassing the private sector for the first time since 2020, according to the latest Labour Market Outlook report from the CIPD. Public sector pay awards have increased from 2.5 percent to 4 percent in one quarter, with projections for the next three […]
Millions missing out on career opportunities due to socioeconomic background
Seven in ten people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds in the UK – equating to 7.42 million individuals – are missing out on career and educational opportunities due to their background, according to new Co-op research . As a result, over a quarter (27%) feel compelled to downplay or hide their socioeconomic background in job interviews […]
Chris Jay: Creating a culture where disability isn’t a secret
How does workplace culture impact disability disclosure? Managing Director of Bascule Disability Training, Chris Jay explains the impact of secrecy and how a cultural shift can enhance openness… Improving workplace culture is a high priority for many companies, given the evidence that it can boost performance, enhance employee satisfaction, engagement, belonging, and retention. However, one […]
The Invisible Threads – Integrating financial wellness into workplace culture
Human Resources are changing in today’s fast paced corporate environment. They have evolved beyond their traditional role. HR professionals are no longer just gatekeepers for policies and procedures. They now architect employee experience and wellbeing. This evolution has a critical component: the integration of financial wellbeing into the workplace culture. The changing landscape of employee […]
1 in 4 SMEs are concerned about cybersecurity when remote working.
A recent study from Markel Direct reveals that nearly one in four (23%) small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK are increasingly concerned about securing remote working environments for employees. The survey, which gathered insights from 500 SME owners, highlights how remote work has intensified the need for robust cybersecurity measures. Securing remote access […]
How being greener and reducing your carbon footprint can benefit your hiring processes
Sustainability is a key component of today’s corporate strategy. Environmentally friendly practices are not only beneficial to the planet, but they also help companies attract and retain top talent. Reduce your carbon footprint and be greener to improve your hiring process. Attracting Eco-Conscious Talent Growing numbers of job-seekers are looking for employers that share their […]
Hybrid working is the ‘new normal’, according to ONS
More than a quarter of workers in the UK were hybrid working this autumn, according to the Office for National Statistics. Its Opinions and Lifestyles survey for October showed that, while the trend to only work from home has fallen since the pandemic, a hybrid model where part of the working week is spent at […]
Explore Online Master’s Degrees in the UK to Upskill your Workforce
Skills that were once sufficient for a particular industry are often outdated as industries evolve, making it necessary for professionals to upgrade their expertise. In the UK, digital courses have become a popular solution for companies looking to invest their workforce. These courses allow employees to progress in their career while providing organisations with the […]
Employment reforms will link “good” work with good health
As it prepares to release a whitepaper on reforming employment assistance, the government has stressed the link between “good” work and good health. Last week, Wes Streeting and Liz Kendall from the Department of Work and Pensions and Health and Social Care visited North Central London WorkWell to learn how early health interventions can help […]
Nurses quitting earlier is up 43%
According to an analysis by the Royal College of Nursing, the number of nurses quitting their profession in England at a young age is increasing dramatically. Since 2021 the number of UK educated nursing staff who leave the Nursing and Midwifery Council register within ten years of joining the NMC has increased by 43 percent, […]