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ArticleJust one in five employees are expecting a Christmas bonus this year
While the average Christmas bonus is expected to increase by 8.3% this year to £788, just one in five employees are expecting to receive one, according to research by The Global Payroll Association (GPA).
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ArticleUK Power Networks, Touchstone and Which? among UK’s most inclusive employers
UK Power Networks, Touchstone and Which? have been named as some of the UK’s most inclusive employers in the 2024/2025 Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers Index.
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OpinionGeorgina Reeves-Saad: What are your reward and benefits priorities for 2025?
In 2025, in terms of reward and benefits priorities, leaders should focus on fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported and appreciated for their contributions.
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ArticleUnited Utilities, Ovo and Anglo American recognised at 2024 Inclusive Awards
Water supplier United Utilities, energy provider Ovo and mining firm Anglo American have been recognised for their diversity and inclusion initiatives at the 2024 Inclusive Awards.
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ArticleBrandnation transitions to employee ownership
Brandnation has transitioned to an employee ownership trust (EOT) as part of its growth plans for its 30 members of staff.
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ArticleHalf of workers hope for seasonal bonus or gift from manager
More than half of workers (53%) are hoping for a seasonal bonus, while a similar proportion (48%) are expecting a gift from their manager.
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ArticleMintra awarded for leading with kindness
Digital learning and human capital management systems firm Mintra has received the Leading with Kindness award at the HR Network Scotland Awards 2024.
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ArticleMontresor Legal Recruitment transitions to employee ownership
London-based Montresor Legal Recruitment has transitioned to employee ownership by establishing an employee ownership trust.
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ArticleRoyal Liverpool Hospital workers win one-off Covid-19 payment
More than 130 workers employed at Royal Liverpool Hospital have won a one-off Covid-19 bonus, ending long-running strike action.
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ArticleEPM Solutions transitions to employee ownership
Engineering firm EPM Solutions has transitioned to an employee ownership trust (EOT) as part of a commitment to empower its dedicated workforce.
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Case StudiesPodcast: Hotelplan incorporates benefits into sustainability strategy
Audio: Podcast: Hotelplan interview Listen: Tour operator group Hotelplan places sustainability at the heart of its business strategy. In this episode of the Employee Benefits podcast, Nicky Lyle, group HR director, talks about how the organisation encourages sustainable lifestyles through its benefits strategy and corporate culture. ...
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Case StudiesThe benefits offered by Hotelplan
The benefits on offer to employees at Hotelplan Pension A group personal pension (GPP) scheme for all staff who meet auto-enrolment criteria. Employees aged under 22 can opt in. The standard contribution rates are 4% employee and 4% employer. Group risk Employer-paid ...
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ArticleSouth Gloucestershire Council receives Defence Employer Recognition award
Source: Shutterstock / 273340274 South Gloucestershire Council has received the bronze award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme as part of its commitment to supporting its employees who have been part of the armed forces. Established by the Ministry of Defence, the scheme was designed to acknowledge, ...
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ArticleEastern Transport Holdings becomes employee-owned
Source: Shutterstock / 1108927934 Eastern Transport Holdings, the parent organisation of Stephensons of Essex and NIBS Buses, has been sold to an employee ownership trust. The organisation, which operates 140 buses in Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Essex, employs 200 members of staff and has a current turnover of ...
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VideoWatch Employee Benefits’ webinar: Embedding empathy in recognition
Source: Shutterstock Employee Benefits’ webinar, Embedding empathy in recognition: Getting to the heart of workplace engagement, sponsored by Boostworks, is now available to watch on demand. The webinar was broadcast on 22 October at 11.00am. Debbie Lovewell-Tuck, editor of Employee Benefits, was joined by Jo Werker, chief ...
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People MovesReconomy appoints new chief people officer
International circular economy specialist Reconomy has appointed Lyndsey Denning as chief people officer, effective immediately.
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People MovesEvolve appoints head of people and talent
Managed network solutions and IT services provider Evolve has appointed Caroline Oxley head of people and talent
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AnalysisHow to overcome the disconnect between benefits on offer and what staff really want
Source: Shutterstock Need to know: Many employers are seeing a gap emerge between the benefits they offer and what employees actually want. Work-life balance, wellbeing and financial support are especially valued by employees. Employers need to talk to staff, offer them a degree of choice ...
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ArticleExclusive: Embracing vulnerability can bring strength
Employee Benefits Live 2024: Breaking boundaries means living your true, vulnerable self and recognising your strengths and weaknesses, said Natalie Jutla, employee benefits and employee financial wellbeing lead, Department for environment, food and rural affairs (Defra). In the closing keynote on Day Two of Employee Benefits Live, Jutla drew on ...
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ArticleExclusive: 35% of UK employees have choice and flexibility for perks and benefits
Source: Shutterstock Exclusive: Just over one in three (35%) UK workers said they have access to choice and flexibility when it comes to employee perks and benefits, according to new research by Perkbox Vivup. For its report Bridging the gap: creating parity between deskless and office-based workers, ...