News – Page 23
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ArticleEmployers most likely to offer support for social wellbeing
Employers are most likely to offer support for social health and wellbeing, according to research by Towergate Health and Protection.The health and wellbeing firm asked 500 UK employers of all sizes and in all industries what health and wellbeing support they thought was most important to their staff and what ...
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ArticleMedtronic accredited as menopause-friendly employer
Global healthcare technology organisation Medtronic has been awarded menopause-friendly accreditation due to its ongoing work to support its workforce.The accreditation, which was established by Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace, recognises high standards and proven practices that embrace menopause in the workplace. In order to be accredited, employers are assessed by ...
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Article10% of employers introduced support for staff aged over 50
One in 10 (10%) employers have in the last year introduced support for retaining employees aged over 50 years old, according to new research by Aviva.The insurance, wealth, and retirement business’ Working lives report 2023: fit for future found that more than three-quarters (76%) think it is important to retain ...
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Article3,966 paw-some dog-friendly UK job adverts listed between March and May
Something for the weekend: Just under 4,000 UK job openings between March and May 2023 included the term ‘dog-friendly workplace’, according to research by job advert search engine Adzuna and luxury British pet brand Lords and Labradors. If anyone’s having a ball, it’s the people who secured these roles.Released to ...
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ArticleThe top 10 most-read articles between 16 - 22 June 2023
The top 10 most-read articles on www.employeebenefits.co.uk between 16 - 22 June 2023 were: Portugal pilots four-day work weekWHSmith, Marks and Spencer, Argos fail to pay minimum wageExclusive: Wickes and L'Oreal shortlisted for Best alignment of benefits to business strategyUK engagement rates among lowest in Europe28% want more workplace mental ...
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ArticlePrecis Digital extends mental health support
Digital marketing agency Precis Digital has introduced a paid Mental Health Day for its 510 employees, along with a range of other mental health initiatives.Employees can take any day of their choice as a Mental Health Day during the month of June. The day is designed to offer a paid ...
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ArticleHalf of disabled staff experienced barriers after workplace adjustments
Half of disabled employees said they still experienced disability-related barriers in the workplace after their employer made adjustments, according to research by Business Disability Forum.The membership organisation’s The great big workplace adjustments survey 2023 looked at the experiences of nearly 1,500 disabled employees and 400 managers around workplace adjustments and ...
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ArticlePortugal pilots four-day work week
Thirty nine private-sector Portuguese organisations have begun a government-funded pilot of a four-day working week as part of a commitment to reduce weekly hours while maintaining full pay.The aim of the pilot is to measure the impact of reduced working time on employees’ physical and mental health and the economic ...
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Article28% want more workplace mental health and wellbeing support
Nearly one-third (28%) of UK workers have asked for greater workplace mental health and wellbeing support from employers to combat isolation and low motivation, according to research by recruitment agency Aspire.The agency, which spoke to 900 candidates for its latest Workplace trends survey, found that flexibility and remote working were ...
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ArticleThe top 10 most-read articles between 9 - 15 June 2023
The top 10 most-read articles on www.employeebenefits.co.uk between 9 - 15 June 2023 were: Tribunal finds Police Federation of England and Wales discriminated in pensions claims Accenture accredited as menopause-friendly employerCoca Cola staff accept up to 18% pay rise Just 13% of UK staff feel benefits align with their needsExclusive: ...
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Article12% of employers do not offer support for ill and injured staff
Just one in 10 (12%) employers do not have support mechanisms in place for newly injured or ill employees because they either cannot afford it or they do not feel it is their responsibility, according to research by industry body Group Risk Development (Grid).Its study of 503 HR decision-makers working ...
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ArticleAccenture accredited as menopause-friendly employer
Professional services firm Accenture has received menopause-friendly employer accreditation due to its provision of support for perimenopause and menopause.Established by Henpicked: Menopause In The Workplace, the accreditation recognises high standards and proven practices that embrace menopause in the workplace. Employers are assessed on evidence of their effectiveness in culture, policies ...
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ArticleLem-uhn implements menstrual leave, menopause and miscarriage policy
London-based PR agency Lem-uhn has introduced a menstrual leave, menopause and miscarriage policy as part of its aim to create a positive work environment.Employees will be entitled to an additional 10 days of paid personal leave per year if they feel they are unable to perform work duties due to ...
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Article43% of UK staff report feeling stressed every day
Almost half of UK employees (43%) feel stressed in everyday life, according to new research by Mercer Marsh Benefits.The health and benefits consultancy surveyed more than 17,500 employees in 16 markets across the globe for its 2023 Health on demand report to find out about their priorities when it comes ...
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ArticleTarmac introduces free period products for staff
Sustainable building materials and construction solutions business Tarmac is providing organic, plastic-free period care products to employees across its business free of charge.Through a partnership with feminine care provider Organic Mondays, the firm will ensure that cotton pads, tampons and panty liners packaged in biodegradable material will be available to ...
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ArticleJust 13% of UK staff feel benefits align with their needs
Just 13% of UK employees feel that their employer’s benefits provision closely aligns with their needs, compared to 59% of US staff, according to research by Benefex.Its analysis found that 96% of HR and reward professionals have seen a significant shift in employee attitudes and behaviours towards benefits over the ...
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ArticleExclusive: Natwest Group and Teva shortlisted for Best benefits to support menopause
Banking organisation Natwest Group and Teva Pharmaceuticals have been shortlisted in the category Best benefits to support menopause at the Employee Benefits Awards 2023.This award was created to celebrate a benefits offering that supports staff with their menopause journey, such as a new range of supportive initiatives, training and employee ...
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ArticleThe top 10 most-read articles between 2 - 8 June 2023
The top 10 most-read articles on www.employeebenefits.co.uk between 2 - 8 June 2023 were: Aon introduces paid carers' leaveGovernment launches consultation on employee share schemes Exclusive: Aldi Stores and Lidl GB shortlisted for Best healthcare and wellbeing benefitsNatwest Group completes acquisition of CushonExperian and HLB International among Global Most Loved ...
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ArticleExclusive: The Big Table Group rolls out financial wellbeing app to more staff
Restaurant group The Big Table Group has expanded its financial wellbeing offering to its staff at Banana Tree and has introduced unrestricted usage of a flexible pay feature.The group, which owns Bella Italia, Cafe Rouge and Las Iguanas restaurants, initially launched a partnership with financial wellbeing provider Wagestream in May ...
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ArticleMedical Protection Society receives menopause-friendly accreditation
Healthcare profession support organisation Medical Protection Society (MPS) has been awarded a menopause-friendly accreditation due to its commitment to talking openly about it and putting the right help in place.Established by Henpicked: Menopause In The Workplace, the accreditation recognises high standards and proven practices that embrace menopause in the workplace. ...