Working overtime is deemed necessary & acceptable by over a third of UK business leaders
Overtime work is acceptable and necessary According to a recent survey by Startups.co.uk , more than a third of UK business leaders (39%) believe that it is necessary or acceptable for their employees to work longer hours than they are contracted. Only 11% of business leaders think this is unfair to employees and detrimental to […]
AI is a major force in the workplace, and HR professionals are the most enthusiastic advocates.
According to a new study by The Access Group, HR and recruitment professionals have been among the most enthusiastic adopters of AI in the workplace. According to the study, 68 percent use AI in their HR departments. This saves them on average three hours per week. The study found that 98 percent of those who […]
Seamless Scheduling Software will Transform Your Dance Studio
It takes more than choreography to run a successful studio. You need efficient management. The use of dance software solutions has revolutionized the way studio owners run their business, especially in terms of scheduling. Scheduling software that is easy to use can help you organize classes, track attendance and improve your studio experience. Why invest […]
The report highlights the job-seeking trends for 2025, despite AI challenges and global economic challenges.
CareerWallet, a leading recruitment and employment technology company processing up to 10 million jobs daily from recruitment agencies and employers worldwide, has released its latest survey, The Impact of AI. The findings reveal that nearly one in five employees (19%)* plan to shift careers in 2025, driven by concerns about AI replacing their current roles. […]
New data reveals a silent mental health crisis among older workers
NEW DATA REVEALS A SILENT MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS AMONG OLDER WORKERS Only 39% of 55-64-year-olds feel their managers are equipped to support mental health, compared to 60% of 18-24s. Over half (51%) of employees aged 55-64 cite stigma as the biggest barrier to using mental health resources, compared to just 29% of 18-24s. Four in five (82%) Gen Z employees believe […]
Emma Gross: Domestic Violence, Suicide and the Role of Employers
Domestic violence extends beyond physical abuse to include emotional, mental and economic exploitation. This is a worldwide issue, closely linked to mental health issues and societal dynamics. Contrary to old stereotypes, domestic abuse is not limited to certain socioeconomic groups or regions that are underdeveloped. Anyone, anywhere can be affected, no matter their background, gender […]
Half of Gen Z males believe they face discrimination
Nearly 50% of Gen Z men believe that “we have gone too far in promoting equality for women that we are discriminating men” and 44% say that women’s rights have not gone far enough. The research by Channel 4 GenZ: Trends and Truth, shows the influence of social media influencers and the misinformation that young […]
Children’s physiotherapy is in crisis, with long-term health implications
The intense pressure on paediatric therapy, where children are often kept waiting for far longer than they should be, can cause lifelong health problems. It also affects the mental health and well-being of practitioners. The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy has issued this stark warning following a survey of paediatric physiotherapists conducted by the Association of […]
President Trump links DEI Policy with Fatal Air Crash
Donald Trump has blamed the Federal Aviation Administration’s policies on diversity, equity and inclusivity for the death of 67 people during a mid-air collision over Washington DC. The US Army helicopter was on a training mission when it crashed into an American Airlines plane on Wednesday night. It happened as the aircraft approached Ronald Reagan […]
Report: UK’s ill-health worklessness could be reduced by improving access to OH
A report has suggested that enabling a much more “comprehensive access” to occupational health expertise in the UK could be the key to reducing the number of people who are unable to work due to illness. Britain can also learn from other countries’ models, particularly in Europe. The Commission for Healthier Working Lives published a […]