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  • top10news21-27July
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    The top 10 most-read articles between 21 - 27 July 2023

    2023-07-28T08:00:14Z

    The top 10 most-read articles on www.employeebenefits.co.uk between 21 - 27 July 2023 were: Flexible Working Bill receives Royal AssentLondon Underground strikes over pension changes suspendedMost common forecasts for 2024 pay awards sit at 5%University College London gives staff 9.5% pay riseGovernment publishes occupational health provision consultationGoogle and Costco named ...

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    The benefits Lana Del Rey could receive as a Waffle House employee

    2023-07-28T08:00:01Z

    Credit: Christian Bertrand / Shutterstock.comSomething for the weekend: US singer Lana Del Rey has been spotted working at an Alabama branch of Waffle House this week, where she took food orders, made coffee for guests and even signed merchandise.Fans commented on her appearance on social media, stating: “She’s humble. I ...

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    Merlin Entertainments hires first chief experience and people officer

    2023-07-27T08:00:03Z

    Merlin Entertainments, which owns 140 global attractions, theme parks, hotels, and resorts spanning 24 countries and four continents, has appointed Spencer Holt as its first chief experience and people officer.In this newly created role, Holt will be responsible for both the guest experience and the employee journey of Merlin’s 30,000-strong ...

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    48% of employers have invested in benefits due to economic climate change

    2023-07-26T10:48:08Z

    Nearly half (48%) of employers have boosted investment in their benefits package over the last 12 months in response to economic climate changes, according to research by benefits provider Zest.Its findings also revealed that more than one-third (36%) of respondents now worry they cannot keep up with competitors’ raising salaries ...

  • University College London pay rise
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    University College London gives staff 9.5% pay rise

    2023-07-24T10:02:38Z

    University College London (UCL) has awarded its workforce a 9.5% pay rise as part of its new £110 million staffing plan.The university’s University Management Committee has approved a new pay and reward strategy, which will see staff at the lower and middle points of pay scales receive a larger incremental ...

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    London Underground strikes over pension changes suspended

    2023-07-24T09:28:16Z

    Several strike dates due to take place on the London Underground have been suspended following negotiations about potential reforms of Transport for London's (TFL) pension scheme.After a week of negotiations with the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas) the Aslef Executive Committee and trade union RMT agreed to suspend the ...

  • Business Stream people director
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    Business Stream hires new people director

    2023-07-24T08:00:07Z

    Water retailer Business Stream has appointed Gail Cockburn as its new people director as part of a triple appointment to further strengthen its executive leadership team.A fellow of the Chartered Institute of People Development, Cockburn has been appointed to develop and deliver the firm’s new people strategy as well as ...

  • Debbie Lovewell Tuck Editor Employee Benefits
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    Lovewell's logic: Are employers meeting employees' ESG expectations?

    2023-07-21T10:38:11Z

    At a time when the cost-of-living crisis means higher pay is a focus for many employees, it is testament to the ever-increasing focus on sustainability that nearly half (48%) of employees hailing from generation Z say they would consider leaving a job if their employer did not demonstrate action on ...

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    Flexible Working Bill receives Royal Assent

    2023-07-21T10:33:11Z

    The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Bill, which will allow UK workers to request flexible working from day one in a job, has received Royal Assent.Employees now have the right to request this twice a year instead just once. Employers are now required to consider these and provide a reason before ...

  • top10news14-20July
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    The top 10 most-read articles between 14 - 20 July 2023

    2023-07-21T08:00:19Z

    The top 10 most-read articles on www.employeebenefits.co.uk between 14 - 20 July 2023 were: Lloyds Banking Group introduces flexibility policyWeil, Gotshal and Manges updates work-from-home policyGovernment awards public sector staff pay rises48% of Gen Z would leave an employer which cannot keep sustainable promisesAxa UK becomes age-aware accredited employerAdmiral and ...

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    Admiral and Cisco named Best Workplaces for Women 2023

    2023-07-20T10:52:18Z

    Insurance firm Admiral, housing provider Home Group and digital communications business Cisco have been named on Great Place to Work UK’s Best Workplaces for Women 2023 list.The list, which is produced by the UK branch of Great Place to Work, analysed the responses of nearly 80,000 UK-based female employees to ...

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    44% source benefits directly from providers

    2023-07-20T10:43:49Z

    More than two-fifths (44%) of employers contact a provider or supplier directly when sourcing or reviewing employee benefits, according to research by group risk industry body Group Risk Development (Grid).Its survey of 503 HR decision-makers and 1,212 employees at UK organisations also found that 34% follow up on opportunities from ...

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    Durhamlane hires first chief people officer

    2023-07-20T08:00:33Z

    Global sales and marketing specialist firm Durhamlane has appointed Sinead Hall as its first chief people officer.Hall's remit will focus on developing and shaping the organisation's culture to position itself as a top employer, offering quality services to its clients by recruiting, developing and retaining the best sales and marketing ...

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    The benefits offered by Emcor UK

    2023-07-20T05:00:37Z

    The benefits on offer at Emcor UK:PensionContract-based group personal pension (GPP) plan, the Group Flexible Retirement Plan.Healthcare and wellbeingEmployee assistance programme for all employees, employer paid.Occupational health, employer paid.Health Assessment or screening, available through flexible benefit scheme.Private medical insurance for certain employee levels.Health screening for certain employee levels.York Test home ...

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    Podcast: Emcor UK aligns benefits proposition with employees' expectations

    2023-07-20T05:00:18Z

    Employee Benefits · Emcor UK podcastListen: Facilities management firm Emcor UK recognises the important role that a strong benefits proposition plays in the attraction and retention of key talent in a competitive marketplace.In this episode of the Employee Benefits podcast, Nicola Shephard, head of reward, benefits and people analytics, talks ...

  • work from anywhere
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    Paula Squire: The issues surrounding work-from-anywhere policies

    2023-07-19T08:00:13Z

    With flexible, remote and hybrid working now the norm within many UK businesses, the concept of work from anywhere has begun to take off, with employers fielding increasing requests from workers who want to pack up their laptop and log on from a tropical beach or a new bustling city.This ...

  • Axa UK age-aware
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    Axa UK becomes age-aware accredited employer

    2023-07-17T10:40:04Z

    Insurance firm Axa UK has received age-aware accredited employer status as part of its ongoing commitment to implementing age-inclusive policies.Established by 55/Redefined, which focuses on supporting businesses with age inclusivity, the accreditation demonstrates the firm’s belief that employees should be able to progress whatever their background, heritage, lifestyle or life ...

  • Weil Gotshal and Manges
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    Weil, Gotshal and Manges updates work-from-home policy

    2023-07-17T10:01:59Z

    Credit: Michael Vi / Shutterstock.comGlobal law firm Weil, Gotshal and Manges has announced that it will enhance its work-from-home policy to allow US lawyers to work remotely every Friday.Effective 5 September, all US lawyers will be expected to work from the office Monday through to Thursday and will have the ...

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    Oasis Group hires new chief people officer

    2023-07-17T08:00:25Z

    Information management organisation Oasis Group has recruited Sarah Vidgen to join the group as chief people officer.As chief people officer, Vidgen will be responsible for the HR functions of the group, applying a people-first strategy to attract, develop and retain top talent.With more than 20 years of experience in human ...

  • Canva magical vibe
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    Canva Australia’s head of vibe offers employees ‘magical’ benefits

    2023-07-14T08:00:28Z

    Credit: monticello / Shutterstock.comSomething for the weekend: Graphic design platform Canva, which is headquartered in Australia, has hired an employee to be its head of vibe in order to create magical moments and bring vibes into the workplace every day.Chris Low, the official head of vibe at the firm, which ...