All articles by System Administrator – Page 78
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HCI bombshell affects salary sacrifice savings
The Budget's HCI bombshell has left many questioning whether employers should rely on funding gained from such tax savings, says Debbie LovewellCase Study: Rushcliffe Borough CouncilArticle in fullFor some employers, the removal of the home computing initiative (HCI) in this April's Budget announcement meant a lot more than merely losing ...
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McArthur Glen goes out for perks admin
Designer outlet developer McArthur Glen has moved its outsourced benefits administration to a single provider in a bid to cut costs. It has also launched a bikes for work scheme and childcare vouchers for its 162 UK-based employees.Karen McCreanor, human resources manager, said senior directors were happy with the new ...
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Gedas adds perks to flex
IT firm Gedas has added bikes for work, pet insurance, a concierge service, a will writing service and a cash raffle to its benefits package.The flexible benefits scheme is also being rolled out to an additional 450 staff following T-Systems' acquisition of Gedas in April.
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Royal Mail rewards zero absence
Royal Mail has rewarded the 56,000 employees who recorded zero absence in the past year with a letter of thanks and £150-worth of holiday vouchers. Jon Allen, head of employee relations, said: "We wanted to thank those employees who have made the effort to help us improve the absence levels ...
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Data shows absence costs rising
The number of days lost to sickness fell from 168 million in 2004 to 164 million in 2005, according to the latest annual CBI/Axa Absence and labour turnover survey.Despite the reduction in days lost, the cost of absence, which includes covering the salaries of absent staff, paying overtime and providing ...
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Feature - focus on healthcare: Activity up, absence down
A more active workforce can lead to fewer lost output days but also a happier and less stressed organisation, Nick Golding looks at successfully managing the processIf you read nothing else, read this ...Simple exercises such as stretching and diverting eyes from a computer screen can help reduce stress and ...
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Employee Benefits Voluntary Benefits Supplement 2006: Feature - Exercise caution in voluntary benefit procurement
With the web delivering evermore competitive prices,using suppliers that deliver on promises is crucial to maintaining a vibrant uptake of voluntary perks, says Victoria FurnessCase Study: Notting Hill Housing Trust, Capita ServicesArticle in fullYou don't have to be an internet whizz-kid to find the best deals for goods and services ...
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Employee Benefits Voluntary Benefits Supplement 2006: For successful schemes just add value
Despite their use in helping to promote the core organisational culture, voluntary benefits schemes must represent good value otherwise they will fail to win take-up, says Alison ColemanCase studies: Neal's Yard Remedies, John Lewis PartnershipArticle in full Employee benefits are said to work best when they reflect an organisation's values. ...
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Winners: Employee Benefits Awards 2006
Winners: Employee Benefits Awards 2006Grand PrixNottingham City Council – Works PerksMost effective company car strategyWhitbread – Whitbread Car PolicyMost effective healthcare strategyChannel 4 TelevisionMost effective pensions strategyBurlington Resources (Energy Services) – Burlington Resources Pension PlanThe most effective use of a flexible benefits planDanone UK – MomentumThe most effective use of ...
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Northgate HR launches ResourceLink Enterprise
ResourceLink Enterprise has been developed with input from existing customers to underpin an organisation's HR and payroll strategy and meet changing market needs.ResourceLink Enterprise has significant web functionality providing line managers with decision making information in the marketplace.
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Canada Life Group Insurance launches BusinessCare package
Created by FirstAssist, Canada Life has launched a BusinessCare service - an information and support service for companies wishing to be equipped to deal with potential human resources issues, such as health and safety and pensions.Any organisation with a Canada Life Income Protection Scheme will be able to use the ...
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Driving Dreams gift vouchers
Driving Dreams gift vouchers offer employees the opportunity to test drive executive, fun, luxury and utility vehicles including the Porsche Boxster, Jaguar XJ6, Range Rover Vogue and Mini Cooper S Convertible.Businesses need to choose the car and the length of rental.Rentals range from one day to a maximum of seven ...
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ALD Automotive supports new environmental protection programme
In association with the Woodland Trust, ALD Automotive is launching a Carbon Offset initiative to take action on climate change.The aim is to plant trees and create new woodlands for wildlife and people across the UK and also to help offset carbon dioxide emissions from vehicles.
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P&MM increases value of travel cheque incentives
P&MM is to increase the value of its Travel Cheque Voucher so that, amongst other savings, staff can save £150 on bookings with two adults or £75 with one adult.The vouchers are only valid for overseas trips of seven nights and above.
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Autorola.co.uk offers new options for fleet owners desiring better prices for used fleet cars
Autorola.co.uk is launching a new web browser auction system, where car dealers can place bids, whilst only the fleet operators' own invited buyers can place bids on closed auctions.The aim of the auction site is to reduce disposal overheads and help fleet operators achieve the most suitable market price.
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Philips reduces driver grades
Electronics company Philips is to simplify its UK fleet arrangements for its 1,000-plus business drivers by reducing the number of grades on offer.The firm, which allocates cars according to employees' role and position, currently has around 10 grades for business users. It is now looking to reduce these to approximately ...
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Buyer's guide to childcare
This year’s Budget further incentivised employers to offer childcare vouchers, and also helped raise interest in on-site nurseries, says Nick GoldingArticle in fullThe government’s introduction of tax breaks on childcare vouchers in April last year saw the benefit soar in popularity. The rise in interest looks set to continue following ...
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Benenden Healthcare launch GP telephone consulting service
Benenden Healthcare has made available to all members a 24-hour telephone consultation service.The service is using qualified practising GPs for consultations and will be included in the £1.10 per week membership fee.
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Laboursite exceeds savings through cash allowance scheme
Laboursite, a Middlesex-based construction logistics company, expects to exceed projected savings targets after implementing a cash allowance scheme.Simon Mills, fleet and expense control manager, said the firm has already saved £34,000 in income tax and national insurance contributions in the seven months since the scheme has been operating. It initially ...
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Kelly adds childcare vouchers to flex
Kelly Services has added childcare vouchers to its flexible benefits package to cope with the increasing number of employees taking maternity leave. Jeremy Piper, recognition and reward manager, said: “A large part of our workforce is made up of young women, around the age of 30, so we wanted something ...