All articles by Jennifer Paterson – Page 140
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Acfo publishes guide to fleet policies
Acfo, the organisation for fleet operators, has published a guide to influence fleet and travel policies. The guide, From A to B: the ACFO guide to journey planning, is designed for public, private and voluntary sector organisations to look at how effective, and sustainable, their existing mobility options are.The 28-page ...
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ALD Automotive research: Average CO2 emissions down in company cars
The average carbon dioxide emissions of new company cars have dropped to an all-time low of 138.1g per km, according to research by ALD Automotive.That figure compares with an average figure of 142.6g per km in 2010 and 166.8g per km in 2003.The research also found that environmentally friendly cars ...
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Interview with Andrew Clark, head of reward at the John Lewis Partnership
Andrew Clark, head of reward at the John Lewis Partnership, is dedicated to maintaining the organisation’s high standards in benefits and reward for all of its employeesAs a self-confessed John Lewis lifer, Andrew Clark, head of reward at the John Lewis Partnership, has experienced his share of roles and locations ...
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Cable and Wireless includes staff in charitable foundation
Cable and Wireless Worldwide is aiming to engage its 6,500 international employees and reinforce its corporate social responsibility profile with the launch of a charitable foundation.The Cable and Wireless Worldwide Foundation, which was launched in June, is aimed at enhancing the lives of those with special needs through communications, as ...
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Sainsbury’s staff protest about pay
Checkout staff from Sainsbury’s branches across the UK who are members of the union Unite protested on 13 July outside the organisation’s annual general meeting in London.Many staff wore masks depicting Justin King, chief executive of Sainsbury’s, and t-shirts that read: “Justin – try something new today, pay a living ...
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Office of Tax Simplification to review employee share schemes
A review by the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) will look at employee share schemes.The agreed terms of reference for the review are included in a letter published on 13 July by David Gauke, exchequer secretary for the OTS.The employee share schemes project will initially examine the four tax-advantaged or ...
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EAPA launches guide on employee assistance programmes
The UK Employee Assistance Professionals Association (UK EAPA) has launched a buyer’s guide to help employers with questions about employee assistance programmes (EAPs).The resource includes information on the different types, formats and models of EAPs, as well as discussing account management, evaluation and return on investment.David Smith, chair of UK ...
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Government launches call for evidence on tax and NIC integration
The government has launched a call for evidence as part of its consideration of the integration of the operation of income tax and national insurance contributions (NICs).Chancellor George Osborne had announced the intention to consult on the integration of income tax and NIC in the March budget.The informal consultation will ...
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Carlsberg adds discounted gym membership to flex
Carlsberg has added discounted gym membership to its flexible benefits offering and increased take-up levels.The scheme, which has been in place for three years, was open for enrolment in May.Almost one-third (31%) of the organisation’s 1,700 staff chose to take up benefits, up from 22% during the 2010 enrolment period.Julian ...
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Staples adds to its employee healthcare provision
Staples has added an occupational health programme and claims management service to its healthcare provision.The office products organisation will offer PMI Health Group’s employee healthcare advice and claims management service, Managed Care.The service is provided by nurses who give advice and support on any healthcare related matter via a dedicated ...
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You at Work partners with Incahoot to offer staff discounts on household bills
You at Work has partnered with collective buying firm Incahoot to offer employers a scheme that provides employees with discounts on household bills.The offering will be added to the voluntary benefits schemes of You at Work’s employer clients, including British American Tobacco, Easyjet and Network Rail. Employees from these firms ...
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Home Group launches peer recognition scheme
Home Group has launched a peer recognition scheme to enable its 4,000 employees to show their appreciation of colleagues.After reviewing its benefits offering, the supported and affordable housing organisation identified that staff wanted some form of recognition scheme.The scheme, launched last month, allows employees to nominate a colleague for an ...
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Interview with Roy Platten, group pensions manager at Volkswagen Group UK
With an accountancy background, Roy Platten, group pensions manager at Volkswagen Group UK, applies his analytical skills to meeting the challenges of his roleRoy Platten, group pensions manager at Volkswagen Group UK, found his way into pensions via an unusual path. He studied accountancy rather than human resources, joining the ...
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Recognition has global differences
If you read nothing else, read this…The recognition awards staff prefer to receive varies across the globe.Employers must determine what type of incentives are appropriate for their diverse workforces.Employers should also consider what language to deliver their scheme in.Logistics such as delivery of incentives and import duties should be measured ...
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Debra Corey joins Merlin Entertainments
Visitor attraction operator Merlin Entertainments has appointed Debra Corey group head of compensation and benefits.Corey was previously senior director of compensation and benefits, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) at Quintiles.Read more about reward and benefits jobs
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Samantha Gee joins Innecto Reward Consultant
Innecto Reward Consulting has made Samantha Gee senior consultant.Her previous jobs include director of reward and resourcing at Cancer Research UK, and head of reward at KPMG.Read more reward and benefits jobs
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Computershare Voucher Services launches Facebook group
Computershare Voucher Services has launched a Facebook group to provide a space for employers, parents and carers to discuss childcare vouchers.The site is designed to provide the most up-to-date information and useful tips, activity videos, links to related websites, and includes a forum to discuss vouchers.Julian Foster, managing director of ...
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Nuance Communications recruits Spencer Roach
Nuance Communications has appointed Spencer Roach compensation and benefits manager, international, handling EMEA and Asia Pacific.Roach joins from Honeywell, where he was compensation and benefits manager, EMEA.Read more reward and benefits jobs
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John Collison moves to IFS Proshare
John Collison has been appointed head of employee share ownership at IFS ProShare.He has 20 years’ experience in share plans, having worked at HBOS and Abbey. Most recently, he was at the Money Advice Service (previously the Consumer Financial Education Body), with sole responsibility for share plan-related elements.Read more reward ...
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City and Guilds hosts wellbeing day for staff
City and Guilds has held a wellbeing day to raise staff awareness of its benefits.The event, held at its London office, showcased perks and enabled staff to talk with providers about schemes such as income protection and dental insurance.A kiosk was provided for health checks and the most popular activity ...