All Pay strategy articles – Page 20
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ArticleSpecialists, associate specialists and specialty doctors accept pay offer
Specialists, associate specialists and specialty (SAS) doctors have accepted an improved pay offer from the government, following months of negotiations.The doctors, who are members of the British Medical Association (BMA), will see a basic rise of between 6.1 and 9.22% of their current pay, which is equivalent to a 10.4% ...
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ArticleMorrisons warehouse workers accept new pensions, pay and conditions
Hundreds of Morrisons' warehouse and logistics employees based in Cheshire and Yorkshire have accepted new terms related to their pensions, pay and working conditions, from 1 July.The workers, who are members of trade union Unite, will see a 9% increase on all rates of pay including weekend incentive premiums and ...
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ArticleDanish men’s football team signs pay deal that supports female players
The Danish men’s national football team has signed a four-year pay agreement with the Danish Football Association (DBU) that also supports the women’s team.The agreement, which was arranged with Danish player union Spillerforeningen, will come into effect after this year’s UEFA Euro championships. It will see male and female players ...
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ArticleBuilding and Allied Trades Joint Industrial Council agrees to one-year pay deal
The Building and Allied Trades Joint Industrial Council (BATJIC), managed by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), has agreed to a one-year pay deal over the next year for builders.The deal, which was also agreed with trade union Unite, includes a 4% wage rate increase, one extra day of holiday, ...
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ArticleTribunal finds Scottish teacher with menopause symptoms was unfairly dismissed
An employment tribunal has found that Scottish teacher whose menopause symptoms worsened during a dispute about moving to a different school was unfairly dismissed.Allison Shearer had worked at the Clydesdale Secondary Support Base between 2015 and 2022, teaching English, maths and health and wellbeing. She was taking prescribed medication for ...
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ArticleWates Group enhances paternity leave and carers leave policies
Development, building and property maintenance firm Wates Group has enhanced its paternity and partner leave and carers leave policies, effective immediately.Following employee feedback, the group has increased its fully-paid paternity leave provision from eight weeks to 12 in order to reinforce its commitment to supporting its staff and their families.Employees ...
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ArticleDesignMyNight searches for dog menu tester
Something for the weekend: Discovery and booking platform DesignMyNight has begun its search for a dog menu tester at several London venues.The chosen pooch and two human companions will receive a selection of incredible dog-friendly experiences across London, worth a total of £2,000. This includes two luxury stays at The ...
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ArticleTyler Grange receives living wage employer accreditation
Environmental consultancy Tyler Grange has received living wage employer accreditation from the Living Wage Foundation.More than 80 staff employed by the London-based consultancy, which operates a four-day working week, will now be paid a minimum of £13.15 per hour, which is the rate for the capital. This will see employees ...
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ArticleAFAS Software to introduce four-day working week
Dutch software firm AFAS Software has announced that it will introduce a four-day working week for its employees as of 1 January 2025.From next year, its office will close on Fridays and members of staff will have a development day. Their employment conditions, such as their salary, pension, holiday pay ...
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OpinionVicky Schollar: What is the potential impact of changes to the fit note system?
It was announced in April that GPs may no longer be required to sign off fit notes and that responsibility will be passed to an unspecified healthcare specialist. What do the possible legal implications of this look like and what will be the impact on employees?A sick note, or fitness ...
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ArticleTribunal finds account manager was subject to pregnancy and maternity discrimination
A former business account manager at 52 Street Event Supplies in Barnsley has been awarded £37,310.05 for pregnancy and maternity discrimination, unfair dismissal and arrears of wages.Heather Todd started working for the organisation in 2003. In 2022 she became pregnant with her second child and informed her company director, Shaun ...
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ArticleAston Martin increases pay and awards cost-of-living payment
Sports car manufacturer Aston Martin is to increase pay for more than 2,500 eligible UK employees and contractors.The two-year pay agreement includes a 4% annual pay increase for its workforce in 2024 and 2025. In addition, manufacturing technicians will receive a 1.5% rise in 2025 alongside a one-hour reduction in ...
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OpinionYvonne Gallagher: Striking the balance: the effect of industrial action on pay and benefits
The most powerful tool at the hands of the employee is the withdrawal of their labour, without which the business cannot function.Typically, industrial action takes place in relation to disputes over pay and benefits, but as we have seen in a number of disputes in the last year or two, ...
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AnalysisHow effective is strike action in pay and benefits disputes?
Employees often take strike action over issues such as pay, health and safety, pensions, benefits, changes to terms and conditions, and union recognition. The UK has strict laws regarding strike action and it cannot take place if certain requirements have not been met. Employers should consider ...
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ArticleCollege supervisors at University of Cambridge accept 15% pay rise
College supervisors employed by the University of Cambridge have won an average pay rise worth 15%.The workers, who are represented by the Cambridge branch of the University and College Union (UCU), lead undergraduate tutorials or supervisions with students.They will receive new rates that have been introduced on the university’s salary ...
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ArticleVantec drivers for Rolls Royce win 6.1% pay rise
Drivers employed by Vantec, who supply parts to a Rolls Royce plant, have won a 6.1% pay rise and pay protection.The workers, who are members of trade union Unite, deliver components from the organisation's warehouse in Bognor Regis to Rolls Royce’s Goodwood plant. This is their first dispute after winning ...
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ArticleIkea looks for paid employees at a virtual store on Roblox
Something for the weekend: Swedish retailer Ikea has opened applications to become a paid employee at a virtual store on Roblox, an online gaming and virtual universe platform.The opportunity is part of a campaign, titled ‘Careers Done Different’, to attract a new generation of employees to the organisation by showing ...
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ArticleThe top 10 most read articles between 31 May - 6 June 2024
The top 10 most read articles between 31 May - 6 June 2024 on employeebenefits.co.uk were: Scottish government introduces pay rise for public sector employeesThe Coca-Cola Company and Deloitte shortlisted for best use of benefits technologyFormer sports centre director receives fine for withholding pensions informationFifa implements pregnancy and parental support ...
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ArticleAmcor Packaging and Berry Norwich employees accept pay offers
Credit: JHVEPhoto / Shutterstock.comWorkers employed by Amcor Packaging in Workington, Cumbria, and Berry Norwich have accepted improved pay offers following strike action.Around 100 Amcor employees voted to accept a 7% pay increase backdated to October 2023 and a £500 one-off payment. The deal is worth between 8% and 9%, depending ...
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ArticleWalmart introduces new bonus for hourly paid store staff
US-based supermarket chain Walmart has launched a new bonus payment for eligible full and part-time hourly paid store-based employees.Hourly paid employees are eligible for the bonus after a year's service in the role. Bonus payments are calculated based on stores achieving performance targets.The bonus is intended to reward great work ...