Two in five say workplace benefits meet their needs
A new report has revealed that fewer than two in five (38%) UK employees say their workplace benefits are meeting their needs. The research by Alight found that nearly...
Read moreDetailsA new report has revealed that fewer than two in five (38%) UK employees say their workplace benefits are meeting their needs. The research by Alight found that nearly...
Read moreDetailsChannel 4 has introduced its first period policy to help staff manage their symptoms at work. The broadcaster is offering employees free period products in its offices, working environment...
Read moreDetailsAlmost three in 10 (29%) line managers are unaware of National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) mental health guidelines that were introduced a year ago, rising to...
Read moreDetailsAmazon operations staff in the UK are in line for a pay rise from next month (April), the online retailer has announced. Depending on location, minimum hourly rates will...
Read moreDetailsDeutsche Bank is increasing paternity leave from four weeks to 16 weeks, effective from 1 April 2023. The enhanced policy, which is being offered to employees in the UK...
Read moreDetailsThe government is reported to have shelved plans to raise the state pension age to 68, amid falling life expectancy and an anticipated backlash from middle aged voters. The...
Read moreDetailsTwo-thirds of companies now expect pension scheme investments to include environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria according to new research from Buck. This represents a huge shift in attitudes...
Read moreDetailsA voluntary pensions target described as the Living Wage’s little brother is being launched today (21 March), creating a new contribution benchmark to ensure adequate retirement income for workers....
Read moreDetailsCurrys employees in the UK are set to receive their fourth pay rise in 18 months effective from 1 April, the technology retailer has announced. Nearly 10,000 staff members...
Read moreDetailsMoto Hospitality is giving its 5,500-strong workforce access to a 10% discount on childcare fees as part of its “suite of family friendly benefits”. The motorway services company is...
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