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ArticleCRG Homecare sees 1,267 employees take up engagement and communication app
Care and continuing healthcare organisation CRG Homecare has seen 1,267 of its 1,500 members of staff access its mobile engagement and communication platform since the launch in October 2018.The app, provided by StaffConnect, was introduced to help connect employees, as well as facilitate the efficient delivery of information to staff, ...
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ArticleThe top 10 most read stories: 14-20 March 2019
The top 10 most read stories on www.employeebenefits.co.uk between 14 and 20 March 2019 were: EXCLUSIVE: SSE extends online financial education for Ireland-based staffNovartis launches global paid parental leave policy across 150 countriesSwedish artists to pay 'eternal employee' £1,753 a month to do no workRoadchef launches flexible income benefit for ...
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ArticleEvents organisation offers ‘Brexit rage room’ as team building activity
Something for the weekend: London-based team building organisation Team Tactics has introduced an exclusive new activity to its events roster: a Brexit rage room, where groups of up to 10 employees can smash pinatas shaped like politicians Nigel Farage and Boris Johnson.Available from Monday 25 March 2019 for one week ...
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ArticleTwo-fifths of women cite money as most important for workplace happiness
Just over two-fifths (43%) of UK-based female respondents, and 25% of male respondents, cite money as more important than perks in terms of influencing happiness at work, according to research by work management organisation Wrike.The Wrike happiness index, which surveyed 4,000 full-time employees working at organisations with 200 or more ...
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ArticleEmployment tribunal rules in favour of Pimlico Plumbers in employment status case
The Employment Tribunal (ET) has ruled in favour of plumbing and service maintenance organisation Pimlico Plumbers in an ongoing employment status case, dismissing the holiday pay claim lodged by former Pimlico Plumber worker Gary Smith.The case, Pimlico Plumbers and Charlie Mullins v Gary Smith, involves holiday pay and unlawful deductions ...
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ArticleProctor and Stevenson launches new flexible working policy
Marketing and communications agency Proctor and Stevenson has launched a new flexible working policy for its 70 Bristol-based employees, to create cultural change and improve staff retention and productivity.The flexible working initiative, developed in conjunction with consultancy and recruitment firm Flexology, was implemented on Monday 11 March 2019.Aiming to give ...
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ArticleTotal pay has increased by 1.5% in real terms since January 2018
Total pay for employees in Great Britain, which includes bonuses, increased by 1.5% in real terms between November 2017 to January 2018 and November 2018 to January 2019, according to research by the Office for National Statistics (ONS).The Average weekly earnings in Great Britain: March 2019 report also found that ...
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ArticleRoadchef launches flexible income benefit for 600 staff
Motorway and trunk road service operator Roadchef, which employs more than 3,300 staff in the UK across 30 locations, has launched a new flexible income benefit for the 600 employees based at its Chester, Clacket Lane and Northampton operating sites.The Get Paid As You Go platform, provided by Wagestream, was ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: A third feel that flexible working improves wellbeing during winter
EXCLUSIVE: A third (33%) of respondents believe that flexible working is the main method to improve wellbeing during the winter months, according to research by group risk provider Canada Life Group Insurance.Its survey of 1,002 employees also found that 22% find their workplace environment more stressful during the winter; this ...
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OpinionMatthew Smith: Supreme Court rules on meaning of 'unfavourable treatment'
In Williams v The Trustees of Swansea University Pension and Assurance Scheme and Swansea University the Supreme Court confirms a common-sense approach to the meaning of 'unfavourable treatment' under section 15 of the Equality Act 2010.Williams had a disability under the Equality Act. He had originally worked full-time, but was ...
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ArticleThatcham-based Forterra staff strike in pay dispute
Image credit: GMB SouthernMembers of the trade union GMB who work at heavy building materials supplier Forterra's Thatcham site near Newbury are undertaking strike action today (Tuesday 19 March 2019) in a dispute over pay.The industrial action, which commenced at 6am, will run until 6am on 20 March 2019. This ...
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ArticleEmployee Benefits Awards 2019 shortlist unveiled
The shortlist for the Employee Benefits Awards 2019 has now been revealed. The full shortlist can be viewed here.Thank you to all of the organisations that entered this year’s awards, and congratulations to the employers that have been shortlisted. A special thank you also to our panel of expert judges, ...
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ArticleGovernment supports the introduction of collective DC pension schemes
Amber Rudd (pictured), secretary of state for work and pensions, has confirmed that primary legislation for the introduction of collective defined contribution (CDC) pension schemes in the UK will be brought forward, to be implemented as soon as parliamentary time allows.In a consultation response published on Monday 18 March 2019, ...
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ArticleThree-fifths have not received a pay rise in the last 12 to 18 months
Three-fifths (61%) of respondents have not received a pay rise in the last 12 to 18 months, according to research by independent job board CV Library.Its survey of 1,200 UK professionals also found that of those that did gain a pay rise, 39% received an increase of up to 2%.Lee ...
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ArticleIWG launches fitness membership benefit for 1,000 staff
Workspace provider IWG has launched a new fitness membership benefit for its 1,000 employees, including staff at its brands Regus and Spaces, as well as for 100,000 members, to help individuals adopt a flexible approach to their fitness regime that suits both their lifestyle and working patterns.The new benefit, which ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: SSE extends online financial education for Ireland-based staff
EXCLUSIVE: Energy organisation SSE has extended its online financial education programme to 1,000 employees working in Ireland.SSE originally launched its financial education programme, provided by Nudge, in January 2018 for 20,000 employees working across its 150 UK operating sites.The extended provision was launched in Ireland on 1 March 2019, featuring ...
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Case StudiesBrewDog uses pawternity leave to support wellbeing of young workforce
Multinational brewery and pub chain BrewDog introduced its 'pawternity' leave policy in February 2017 for 1,600 global employees; the scheme aims to support the wellbeing of its young workforce, while simultaneously aligning to the organisation's brand.The policy, which can be used on one occasion during an employee's career at BrewDog, ...
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AnalysisHow can leave initiatives support employee wellness?
Need to know:Alternative leave policies can help boost employee wellbeing by accommodating the external pressures and commitments that affect employees at work.Senior leaders and management are vital in ensuring the success of these types of policies.Employers should consult staff to see what leave initiatives would most benefit and support them.Organisations, ...
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OpinionVinita Arora: Is unlimited holiday a positive reward strategy or a potential headache?
In a changing workplace where job seekers increasingly value work-life balance over remuneration, some are turning to unlimited annual leave to attract top talent.In theory, flexible holiday can make commercial sense, as happier staff are generally more productive. However, there can be pitfalls, both legally and practically.Legally, employers are required ...
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ArticleMore than a third do not have access to a reward and recognition scheme
More than a third (36%) of respondents do not have access to a reward and recognition scheme, according to research by employee benefits provider Xexec.Its survey of 1,000 employees working at UK organisations with more than 500 staff also found that 55% of those in the education sector are able ...