The hospitality sector faces challenges in managing its workforce
WorkJam’s research shows that the UK hospitality industry faces challenges in managing its frontline staff due to outdated management practices. These shortcomings are a result of outdated workforce management practices, and an insufficient number of digital solutions. Nearly 70% of respondents said that their organizations lack flexible scheduling tools and efficient workforce management. Meanwhile, almost […]
Ministers crackdown on visa abuse
As part of a new crackdown against visa abuse, employers who commit serious offenses will be prohibited from hiring foreign workers. The Home Office announced that businesses who repeatedly violate visa rules, or commit serious employment violations, such as not paying the national minimum wage to workers abroad, would be prohibited from hiring them. The […]
Employment Rights Bill: Tribunal time limit will be extended
The House of Commons has published an amendment paper to the Employment Rights Bill, which includes a new provision extending the time limit for filing a claim with a tribunal from three months up to six. The bill was not included in its original draft, but it did appear in Labour’s pre election greenpaper on […]
Net migration falls sharply as fewer dependents arrive in the UK
Newly released Office for National Statistics figures show a dramatic drop in net migration. Net migration for the year ending June 2024 is now 728,000, a 20% reduction from the previous 12 month period, which was 906,000. The decline in the number of dependents on study visas is the main reason for this fall. In […]
Keir Starmer’s jobs push: Does it go deep enough?
Earlier this week Keir Starmer announced plans to make the “biggest employment reforms in a generation”. In its Get Britain Working Again whitepaper, the government pledged to increase the employment rate from 75% to 80% – this equates to an additional two million working people. Key highlights of the plan include: Rebranding job centres to […]
Gregg Wallace resigns over allegations of’sexualised language’
BBC MasterChef’s Gregg Wallace stepped down from the presenting role while allegations of him making a series inappropriate sexual remarks are investigated. Kirsty Warsk, a former Newsnight host, is one of 13 people who has accused Wallace of making inappropriate sexual remarks. Banijay UK, the production company of MasterChef, is investigating Wallace. Wark, a former […]
Fewer court cases involve office Christmas parties
An analysis of court documents has revealed that the number of employment tribunals arising from Christmas parties at companies has fallen by half (54%) over the past three years. In 2024, Christmas parties have been cited in 10 employment tribunal cases. This is down 54% compared to the 22 cases in 2021. The number of […]
Organisational culture: how to foster it and why it can change
The culture of an organisation is a foundation for success. Sophie Hennekam is a Professor of Management at Audencia School of Business in Nantes. She gives tips on how to create and maintain a great workplace. The organisational culture is the set of values and beliefs, attitudes and systems that guide and shape employee behavior […]
Building a Culture of Working Learning
Learning and Development (L&D), or the development of co-workers, is a factor that is often overlooked when determining the performance of an organisation. L&D is not only important for the performance of an organisation, but also employee retention, engagement, and well-being. It’s time to invest in a culture of working learning. Research shows that 90% […]
Five Top Tips to Survive the Office Christmas Party Sober
The office Christmas party is one of the work highlights of the year, offering a chance to relax, socialise, and celebrate with colleagues. However, for those who choose to stay sober – whether for personal, health, or other reasons – it can be a tricky event to navigate. From handling pressure to drink to avoiding […]