Medical Protection Society (MPS) has gained menopause-friendly accreditation after implementing a range of supportive measures for its workforce. According to the global not-for-profit, member-owned medical defence organisation, it “recognised...
Read moreDetailsEmployers are being urged to offer more help for families after new research revealed that half (53%) suffer financially when fathers or partners take paternity leave. Published today (9...
Read moreDetailsThe government has announced a further year long delay to the introduction of pension dashboards, with the first connections not now planned until October 2026. The announcement was made...
Read moreDetailsFinancial wellbeing benefits are being prioritised by nearly two in three (65%) employees, according to new figures. The research from rewards and benefits platform Benefex revealed this percentage was...
Read moreDetailsAon has introduced new support for its UK employees who need to juggle their day jobs with caring for loved ones. The global professional services company’s carers’ leave policy...
Read moreDetailsAO is offering new employees a potential 20% pay rise within 12 months as it seeks to fill more than 250 positions. The Bolton, UK based electrical retailer is...
Read moreDetailsPortico has unveiled a new and improved benefits provision for its 1,000 employees. Launching the first phase of its enhanced scheme, the London-based guest services company aims to “reward...
Read moreDetailsMany individuals aged 55 and above do not know that they can withdraw 25% of their pension pot tax-free, according to research from Standard Life. The study revealed that...
Read moreDetailsThe National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) has signed the age-friendly employer pledge, reinforcing its commitment to recognising the contributions of older workers. In joining the programme, the umbrella...
Read moreDetailsKearney has launched a Family Flex support package to help its parent employees in Europe. The global management consultancy, which has a 5,300-strong workforce spread across more than 40...
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