All Employee Benefits articles in Web Issue – Page 113
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Poll: Do you think the new real living wage rates of at least £12 per hour go far enough to support employees?
Take part in our latest readers’ poll on a current topical issue. Earlier this month, Employee Benefits reported that the Living Wage Foundation announced new living wage rates for London and across the UK in order to provide a cost-of-living pay boost. The London rate rose by £1.20 to £13.15 ...
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ArticleLakeland introduces new staff wellbeing support
Credit: Ben Molyneux / Shutterstock.comKitchenware and homeware retailer Lakeland has implemented new wellbeing support to protect its more than 1,300 members of staff.Through a partnership with retail industry charity the Retail Trust, Lakeland employees can access a range of mental health resources, such as counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy for ...
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ArticleWorker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill receives Royal Assent
The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill has received Royal Assent as of this month.The initial bill drafting proposed liability on employers for harassment of their employees by third parties, such as a customer, client, supplier or contractor, which meant an employee could therefore be harassed by simply ...
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Article70% of working parents want work-life balance in a job
Work-life balance is the top factor that working parents consider when looking for a job, with 70% citing this, according to new research.Commissioned by the Department for Education’s Teach in Further Education campaign, the survey consisted of responses from 1,002 working parents in England, who work both full- and part-time ...
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Supplier articleHow to measure the impact of your mental health initiatives
Measuring the impact of mental health initiatives is crucial because it allows you to show your genuine commitment to employee wellbeing and understand the tangible outcomes. Taking the time to measure your wellbeing policies properly will help you to fine-tune strategies, offer sincere support to your workforce ...
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ArticleWestcon-Comstor hires first chief people officer
Global technology provider and specialist distributor Westcon-Comstor has appointed Erna de Ruijter-Quist as its first chief people officer in a newly-created role.De Ruijter-Quist will utilise her organisational development, design and change management experience to accelerate the firm’s transformation as it shifts further to a software and subscription-based recurring revenue model. ...
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ArticleAIB to introduce bonus and healthcare benefits for employees
Allied Irish Banks (AIB) is to introduce healthcare benefits and a bonus worth up to €12,700 for all employees.From 1 January 2024, it will introduce healthcare benefits for the first time for all employees in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. The benefits, which are provided by Bupa and ...
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ArticleThe top 10 most-read articles between 20 - 26 October 2023
The top 10 most-read articles on employeebenefits.co.uk between 20 - 26 October 2023 were: KPMG implements pay freeze for some employeesLiving wage rates rise to at least £12 an hour59% of British workers feel unhappy with their benefits packagesCottesmore School appoints AI principal headteacherSixth form college staff accept pay riseExclusive: ...
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ArticleGrant Thornton, EY and KPMG among 2023’s 100 Best Companies
Audit, tax and advisory firm Grant Thornton, EY, Bank of America and financial services business KPMG have been named among 2023’s 100 Best Companies by Seramount.The professional services and research firm’s list recognises employers that support their employees and their families, and honours organisations that go beyond traditional parental leave ...
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ArticleNirvana, The Killers and AC/DC boost tradespeople through the working day
Something for the weekend: Nirvana, The Killers and AC/DC have been revealed as some of the artists that tradespeople listen to most while working, according to research by Toolbox by Admiral.Insurance experts at the organisation scraped UK Spotify data to establish which music most often features in the playlists of ...
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Article55% believe advancing technology is transforming how HR teams operate
More than half (55%) of UK HR professionals believe that advancing technology is transforming the way HR teams operate and deliver in their role, according to research by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).The professional body for HR and people development's People profession 2023: UK and Ireland survey ...
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OpinionLovewell's logic: Will the removal of the bankers bonus cap drive change in remuneration structures?
Is it better to pay a reasonable basic salary and place a cap on bonus payments, or to pay a lower fixed wage with the scope to earn a much larger bonus payout? This is the question that has arisen this week following the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) announcement that ...
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Supplier articleThe connection between physical health and work performance: DocHQ Physio insights
HR managers have to deal with many different issues. You play a vital role in shaping not only the productivity of your company but also the culture. This comes with its own unique set of challenges, not least the fact that an efficient, effective and happy workforce is your responsibility.One ...
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ArticleMr Digital rewards staff with trip to Bali
Digital marketing agency Mr Digital has rewarded its 15 UK and India-based employees with a trip to Bali to celebrate their success and loyalty.The entire team, regardless of their role and seniority, flew to Bali to celebrate their hard work, achievements and each other.Known as its success rally, the trip ...
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ArticleGreater London Authority receives living hours accreditation
Credit: Pajor Pawel / Shutterstock.comGreater London Authority has become a living hours accredited employer to combine the security of fair pay with a regular and reliable wage.The employer has committed to provide its employees with at least 16 hours work a week, unless otherwise requested, a minimum of four weeks’ ...
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ArticleInsight Enterprises certified as great place to work
Credit: JHVEPhoto / Shutterstock.comGlobal technology firm Insight Enterprises has received Great Place to Work certifications across Austria, Belgium, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden and the UK.Established by Great Place to Work, certifications are determined through a two-step process: its trust index survey and a workplace questionnaire. Based on independent analysis ...
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Supplier article6 ways DocHQ helps boost your employees’ mental health at work
Recent research by The Workplace Health Report 2023 revealed that 79% of UK workers experience high stress levels, most often caused by work.One key way to support your employees and help reduce stress and boost their mental health is by partnering with DocHQ Fitness. Studies have shown that exercise not ...
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ArticleBurges Salmon names new chief people officer
UK law firm Burges Salmon has appointed Alice Bretherton chief people officer as of this month.With responsibility for all aspects of Burges Salmon’s people-first agenda, Bretherton will lead the firm’s people strategy for its workforce of more than 1,000 people based across its offices in Bristol, Edinburgh and London.She will ...
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Case StudiesWilson James ensures staff are aware of support available through voluntary benefits
Wilson James, a professional services and skilled labour firm for the security, logistics, aviation and technology sectors, has embedded raising awareness of its voluntary benefits provision from the very start of its employees’ career journeys, and even during the recruitment process.The firm has nearly 6,000 employees working in more than ...
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Case StudiesCawleys uses voluntary benefits to motivate and support employees
Independent waste management business Cawleys has invested in a variety of voluntary benefits to create a working environment that inspires, motivates and supports its employees.The organisation, which employs more than 220 staff, believes its success begins and ends with its people, which is why it has introduced voluntary initiatives to ...