All Employee Benefits articles in Web Issue – Page 1007
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42% of employers will provide access to the Lifetime ISA
The new Lifetime ISA (LISA) will be available from April 2017 for individuals under the age of 40, which can be used for buying a first home or for retirement. The introduction of the LISA has raised some important questions for the future of pensions and long term savings.One question ...
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Health Shield launches new and improved health and wellbeing benefits
As part of its commitment to help even more companies improve employee wellness and productivity, award-winning health cash plan and wellbeing provider Health Shield has announced a raft of new and improved health benefits.From early diagnostics, detection and screening services to rehabilitation and the extension of home care support to ...
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Six tips to get your reward programme name right
by Debra Corey, group reward director Choosing a name isn’t easy. Whether it’s for your new puppy, a bundle of joy or your reward programme, a name determines a first impression – and often a lasting memory.When it comes to your reward programme, the name will determine how your employees ...
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ArticleFirefighters to appeal Employment Tribunal’s decision on pensions age discrimination
The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has registered to appeal an Employment Tribunal decision which ruled that a government move to justify changes to firefighters' pension arrangements was not age discriminatory.More than 6,000 firefighters have brought age discrimination claims following the introduction of the 2015 Firefighters’ Pension Scheme (FPS). On 1 ...
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ArticleTop 10 most read stories this week
The top 10 most read stories on www.employeebenefits.co.uk between 16 and 22 March 2017 were: Missing comma enables dairy delivery drivers to claim overtime payEmployee Benefits Awards 2017 shortlist unveiledHow will the Spring Budget 2017 impact pay and benefits?Pets at Home to launch new leave benefits for staffDisney to provide ...
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ArticleUS Department of the Interior to pilot doggy days for staff
Something for the weekend: Pets are becoming a more common feature in the modern working environment, with some employers noting a correlation between employee motivation and engagement, and staff being able to have their four-legged friends by their side or, as is probably more often the case, under their desk. ...
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OpinionLovewell's logic: Supporting staff in times of crisis
On Wednesday, a pleasant afternoon selecting the menu for this year’s Employee Benefits Awards and Summer Party was brought to a rather abrupt conclusion as news of the terror attack in Westminster began to filter through.Such events are always truly shocking, particularly when they occur so close to home. As ...
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Analysis
Buyer’s guide to off-the-shelf voluntary benefits packages
The facts:What is an off-the-shelf voluntary benefits package?An off-the-shelf voluntary benefits package is a ready-prepared scheme that employers can implement for staff, providing employees with access to retail discounts and offers. These discounts can be delivered to staff in either a digital or paper-based format. Off-the-shelf voluntary benefits packages can ...
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ArticleAsda and BNP Paribas shortlisted for best use of benefits technology
Asda, BNP Paribas, and Toyota Motor Manufacturing are among the organisations shortlisted in the best use of benefits technology category at the Employee Benefits Awards 2017.This award recognises organisations that have effectively utilised and adapted benefits technology to meet the needs of their workforce and support their business aims.The full ...
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Innovation: a new way of looking at employee behavioural health
by Lori Block, principal and west region client technology leader, engagement practiceAround the world the concept of Innovation Imperative is shaping how companies use new technology while maintaining connections to their customer experiences. The way we purchase and consume groceries, movies, automobiles, travel and more are being personalised and changed ...
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10 employee benefits and perks better than a pay rise
by James Edwards, client success director Before I started working at Reward Gateway, I would have struggled to think of even five employee benefits better than a pay rise. I mean, honestly, who doesn’t love a bigger salary? But then I looked at what ‘pay rise’ actually meant today in ...
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Article32% take part in company car schemes to drive a better car
Around a third (32%) of respondents cite the ability to drive a better car as their reason for taking part in a company car scheme, according to research by Maxxia.Its survey of 207 UK employees who are part of a salary sacrifice or traditional company car scheme or who receive ...
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ArticlePorsche awards 21,000 staff with bonus of up to €9,111
German sports car manufacturing organisation Porsche is awarding 21,000 employees a bonus of up to €9,111 (£7,885).The bonus will be made up of two components, including an award of €8,411 (£7,279) in recognition of the organisation's positive results and exceptional staff performance in the 2016 financial year.The remaining €700 will ...
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Article65% believe pay transparency can help close the gender pay gap
Almost two thirds (65%) of respondents believe that employers who are transparent about salaries can help to eliminate the gender pay gap, according to research by Glassdoor.Its survey of 2,000 full and part-time employees also found that 38% of male respondents believe the gender pay gap will not close until ...
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ArticleBT and John Lewis Partnership shortlisted for best financial wellbeing strategy
BT and John Lewis Partnership are among the organisations that have been shortlisted in the best financial wellbeing strategy category at the Employee Benefits Awards 2017.This award, sponsored by Wealth at Work, celebrates the most effective financial wellbeing strategies that have been implemented within organisations, including the use of financial ...
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Employee benefits that don’t break the bank
by Robert Hicks, group HR directorBalancing competing needs for your HR budget is tricky, and at times when you want to do something you need to be able to do so either at very low cost levels, or even for no money at all.Chances are, you’ve got a few senior-level ...
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ArticleTribunal rules Excel bicycle courier is entitled to holiday pay
The London Central Employment Tribunal has ruled that a bicycle courier for ground transport organisation Excel is a worker, and is therefore entitled to holiday pay.Bicycle courier Andrew Boxer contended that he was employed by Excel as a worker rather than as an independent contractor, and was therefore entitled to ...
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AnalysisWhat is the role of long-service awards in today’s workplace?
Long-service awards can form part of a wider employee motivation and recognition strategy.
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ArticleUnlimited holiday must be managed well to motivate staff effectively
Leeds-based recruitment and executive search organisation Charlton Morris introduced an unlimited leave policy for its senior consultants in January 2017 as part of a wider strategy to attract and retain talent.Unlimited leave is available to consultants who have been with the business for two years or more, which currently accounts ...
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AnalysisInfographic: How are employers in different sectors approaching the national living wage?
An infographic looking at the proportion of employers implementing, or considering implementing, national living wage offsetting changes by sector. (Source: Incomes Data Research's Impact of the national living wage: a report for the Low Pay Commission, October 2016)Read more in How to future proof a reward strategy in light of ...