All Employee engagement articles
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Food delivery sales manager unfairly dismissed for working remotely in Egypt receives £61,000
An employment tribunal has awarded a food delivery sales manager who was fired for working remotely in Egypt £61,000 for unfair dismissal.
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44% prepared to reject roles that do not offer flexible hours
More than two-fifths (44%) of employees are prepared to reject roles that do not offer flexible hours, up from 39% in 2024, according to research by meeting technology firm Owl Labs.
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Analysis
Gary Brewer: What is your favourite sustainable benefit?
Volunteer involvement is woven into the fabric of Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland.
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74% of UK hybrid workers have good work-life balance and are happy
Three-quarters (74%) of UK hybrid workers, working a mix of at home and on site, said they have a good work-life balance and are happy, according to research by health benefits provider Health Shield Friendly Society.
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Institute of Directors and L&Q among UK’s best charity and not-for-profit workplaces
Institute of Directors, Gentoo and L&Q have been named as some one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Charity and Not-For-Profit 2025.
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40% would leave workforce entirely if required to commute long distances daily
Two-fifths (40%) of part-time workers said they would leave the workforce entirely if they were required to commute long distances daily, according to research by International Workplace Group.
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Just 14% of UK staff say quirky office features contribute to workplace satisfaction
Mitie’s Productivity reset report highlighted that the majority of respondents prefer purpose-built workspaces that support their performance.
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Thompsons Solicitors and Flight Centre Travel Group among Best Workplaces in consulting and professional services
The Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management, Thompsons Solicitors and Flight Centre Travel Group have been named as some of the UK’s Best Workplaces in consulting and professional services.
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Opinion
Confessions of a benefits manager: Candid has to engage with social media
Candid’s marketing team have put out a rulebook on what an employee’s LinkedIn should look like.
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Micom Technologies receives Great Place To Work certification for 2025
Micom Technologies has received Great Place To Work certification for 2025 due to its ongoing investment in building a culture of trust, listening and meaningful action.
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Analysis
Which benefits do employees move jobs for?
Pay remains important to employees but, with some happy to leave for better benefits and the same pay, a strong benefits proposition is essential.
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Case Studies
OneFamily enhances benefits to support its employee value proposition
The employer has updated its policies to better demonstrate its values.
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Opinion
Samantha Dickinson: Flexible working in 2025: trends, research and real-world outcomes
Research reveals a mismatch between employee expectations and employer policies with 3% of UK workers, around 1.1 million people, having left roles due to inflexible working arrangements.
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Coventry Building Society and Admiral among UK’s Best Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance
Coventry Building Society, Admiral and Blackstone have been named as some of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance.
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Research reveals coastal living improves work-life balance
If you’ve ever fancied a change of scenery to the Great British seaside when working during the summer months, or indeed on a permanent basis, it turns out you’re not the only one!
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Case Studies
Podcast: Housing 21 tailors benefits to create a culture of community
A tailored approach is key to an effective reward strategy at retirement living provider Housing 21
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Opinion
Stephen Ravenscroft: Impact of Financial Conduct Authority threatening strikes over office-based working
The tension between remote working and office attendance has resurfaced with the announcement made by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) employees.
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Analysis
The benefits of workplace sports and social clubs
Employers can offer a broad range of clubs and societies tailored to the interests of their people and culture.
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Case Studies
Moneypenny uses clubs, groups and social activities to boost wellbeing
Moneypenny has built an inclusive and supportive workplace culture through its range of clubs, groups, and social activities.
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Article
51% of employers are fully-office based compared to 7% in 2023
Half (51%) of employers revealed that they are fully-office based, compared to 7% in 2023, according to new research by Unit4.