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For those in the pensions industry, there has been increasing discussion in the last couple of years about equality, diversity and inclusion (“EDI”). A lot of focus to date...
Read moreDetailsFor those in the pensions industry, there has been increasing discussion in the last couple of years about equality, diversity and inclusion (“EDI”). A lot of focus to date...
Read moreDetailsVocational rehabilitation and cancer support services have proven to be highly effective in aiding the return to work for employees with long-term health issues, according to research from Working...
Read moreDetailsAge discrimination remains a significant concern in workplaces, as nearly one in five individuals report experiencing such bias. According to research conducted by Canada Life, 18 per cent of...
Read moreDetailsOver a quarter of workers express readiness to utilise payroll giving for charitable donations in the future, but the younger demographic may refrain due to a lack of understanding,...
Read moreDetailsA minimum requirement for employee benefits has been set by nearly 70 per cent of businesses worldwide, a notable increase from the 36 per cent stated in 2019., according...
Read moreDetailsZest's research reveals that for 2024, younger employees are prioritising increased financial support and wellbeing benefits. Around 67% acknowledge the impact of the cost of living crisis on their...
Read moreDetailsOver a quarter or 26% of UK workers have cancelled insurance policies in the past year due to financial strain, according to research conducted by The Exeter. Compared to...
Read moreDetailsOne-third or 33 per cent of adults aged 16 and above reported not having good oral health, according to a survey by the Office of Health Improvement and Disparities...
Read moreDetailsCigna has introduced "Your health plan, Your growth plan," urging organisations to prioritise employee wellbeing. The initiative aims to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of profit-focused approaches, emphasising...
Read moreDetailsHR professionals in the UK believe artificial intelligence (AI) will play a big part in hiring, onboarding, training, and employee retention, according to HR Technologies UK. According to the...
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Seasoned professionals examine the challenges and innovations in today’s employee benefits, reward and HR sector. Every episode, they will unbox a key issue and unpack what it really means for employers and how they can tackle it.
The regulars are Claire Churchard, editor of Benefits Expert; Carole Goldsmith, HR director at the Royal Horticultural Society, and Steve Herbert, consultant and rewards & benefits veteran.
The US retreat from diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) is making waves far beyond the country's borders. In the wake of President Trump’s executive order abolishing DEI across federal government departments, global firms like Goldman Sachs and Accenture have rapidly dialled down their own efforts.
The influence is being felt in the UK too. However, the UK operates under a different legal framework. It has stronger workplace protections and a government actively looking to enhance employee rights through its Make Work Pay agenda. But as US firms reposition their approach to DEI, UK subsidiaries could find themselves caught between conflicting priorities.
In the latest Benefits Unboxed podcast, co-hosts Claire Churchard, editor of Benefits Expert, Carole Goldsmith, HR director at the Royal Horticultural Society, and Steve Herbert, industry veteran and reward and benefits consultant, discuss how the US DEI rollback might impact UK businesses.