All Employee Benefits articles in Web Issue – Page 1591
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ArticleTribunal rules disabled Scottish government social care worker was discriminated against
An employment tribunal has found that a disabled team leader within the social care division of the Scottish government was discriminated against due to not receiving the necessary equipment to work.James Blair, who uses a wheelchair due to spondylitis, a degenerative spinal cord disease, joint condition Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and dyslexia, ...
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AnalysisHow to design a flexible benefits scheme for today’s workforce
Employers should communicate with employees to understand what they need from a flexible benefits package.Benefits that are offered as part of a flex scheme need to add value.As employees’ needs can change throughout the year, more frequent benefits enrolment windows can provide greater flexibility and choice.Following the impact of recent ...
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Case StudiesBNP Paribas UK maximises choice for employees within flex scheme
Credit: Gerard Uferas/ La Company BNP PARIBAS LondonBNP Paribas UK tries to promote true flexibility through its flexible benefits scheme and regularly tweaks its provision to operate at its best for its workforce.The employer has seven organisations in different UK financial services markets, with more than 8,500 staff ranging from ...
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Case StudiesCentrica offers flexible benefits scheme to suit employees' needs
Centrica designed its flexible benefits scheme so that its UK employees can access perks at any time.Its flexible benefits scheme was created with five principles in mind: flexibility, choice, continuous engagement, affordability and innovation. The organisation wanted to move towards a truly flexible scheme by offering anytime benefits that allow ...
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Article59% of managers have seen mental wellbeing impacted due to fewer resources
More than half (59%) of UK managers have reported that their mental wellbeing has been impacted as a result of being asked to do more with fewer resources, according to research by global benefits and reward platform provider Perkbox.Its survey of 2,000 UK managers also found that 49% said they ...
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ArticleSouth west London bus controllers at Transport UK accept pay rise
Bus controllers employed by Transport UK in south west London have accepted a pay rise following strike action.The bus controllers, who are members of trade union Unite, use technology to control the network and ensure buses run on time and avoid heavy traffic or accidents. The increase is worth 12% ...
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ArticleMitie celebrates employees’ achievements at 2024 recognition awards
Facilities management and transformation firm Mitie has celebrated its employees’ achievements over the past year through its 2024 recognition awards.More than 75 employees were recognised at the event, which was held at the Shard. Through its Mitie Stars employee recognition programme, which is designed to recognise individuals who deliver its ...
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OpinionAndy Williams and Chelsea Feeney: Looking after employees’ mental wellbeing at work
The turbulence of the last four years has caused an increase in mental health issues. This has translated into employers seeing rising numbers of employee absences due to poor mental health. This is why it is more important than ever for employers to not only recognise when an employee is ...
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Supplier articleEmployee Mental Health... Tips for finding #MomentsForMovement
Our mind and body are connected. What impacts one is often felt by the other. Movement helps work stress through our bodies, giving us an outlet and improving employee mental health. This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week campaign encourages us to move more for our mental health. ...
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Article72% say mental health benefits are important in decision to stay with employer
Almost three-quarters (72%) of UK workers aged between 18 and 24 feel that mental health benefits and initiatives are an important factor when deciding whether to stay with an employer, according to research by healthcare provider Axa Health. Its 2024 UK mind health workplace report, which surveyed ...
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ArticleUniversity College of Estate Management rolls out mental wellbeing support
Reading-based University College of Estate Management (UCEM) has rolled out mental wellbeing support for its 350 employees.Through a partnership with Thrive Mental Wellbeing, the organisation’s employees will be able to access an app to prevent, detect and manage mental health conditions and stress. The resources available include daily check-ins, a ...
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ArticleThreesixty Architecture enhances paid maternity and adoption leave
Threesixty Architecture has enhanced its maternity and adoption leave in a bid to tackle gender disparity within the sector.From 15 May, employees will be entitled to six months of fully paid maternity and adoption leave. Associate director Gina Colley helped shape the new policy, which is designed to support employees' ...
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Case StudiesPodcast: Zappi offers a flexible employee experience for a global workforce
Listen: From its journey as a tech start-up through to a scale-up firm, consumer insights platform Zappi has turned its focus to remaining competitive while offering an attractive employee experience. In this episode of the Employee Benefits podcast, Tom Holliss, chief people officer, discusses how Zappi builds on its ...
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Case StudiesThe benefits offered by Zappi
The benefits on offer at Zappi:PensionMaster trust with 3% employer and 5% employee contribution through net pay arrangement of full earnings not qualifying earnings.Healthcare and wellbeingPrivate medical insurance (PMI) scheme, employer funded, for all employees.Group income protection, employer funded, for all employees.In patient and out patient care through private medical ...
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ArticleMizuho EMEA hires new chief human resources officer
Mizuho Europe Middle East and Africa (EMEA), which is part of financial institution Mizuho Financial Group, has appointed Emma Dolby managing director and chief human resources officer, EMEA.Dolby will be using key attributes such as her HR expertise, experience of the integration of organisations and teams, and strong leadership in ...
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ArticleSiemens and Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council shortlisted for Best pensions strategy
Technology firm Siemens and Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council are among the employers shortlisted for Best pensions strategy at the Employee Benefits Awards 2024.This award was created to recognise organisations that have developed a pensions strategy which best meets the needs of employees, whether that includes reviewing and changing existing pensions provision, ...
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ArticleQBE North America enhances paid parental leave programme
Credit: rafapress / Shutterstock.comGlobal insurance firm QBE North America has enhanced its paid parental leave programme to a minimum of 12 weeks for all parents whether they adopt, give birth, foster or use a surrogate.The initiative, which is known as Balanced Beginnings, provides up to 22 weeks of paid leave, ...
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ArticleJust 39% of HR decision-makers believe their wellbeing strategy meets staff needs
Just two-fifths (39%) of HR decision-makers believe their current wellbeing strategy adequately meets the needs of their workforce, according to research by benefits consultancy PIB Employee Benefits.Its survey of 1,000 senior HR decision-makers also found that just under half (49%) of large corporate respondents with more than 250 employees believe ...
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39% of HR decision-makers believe their wellbeing strategy meets employee needs
Just two-fifths (39%) of HR decision-makers admitted that they believe their current wellbeing strategy adequately meets the needs of their workforce, according to new research by PIB Employee Benefits.The benefits consultancy firm surveyed 1,000 senior HR decision-makers to understand the current state of workplace wellbeing initiatives. It found that just ...
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Supplier articleThe HR Leadership Handbook: Proven Strategies for Facilitating a High-Performing Workforce
HR professionals wear many hats. For starters, you need to hire right, foster a thriving work environment, and navigate complex issues delicately. But where do you even begin?OnHand’s HR Leadership Handbook is your all-in-one guide to becoming the ultimate people champion. Inside, you'll discover:Expert tips on navigating complex issues like ...