All Employee Benefits articles in Web Issue – Page 61
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ArticleThe top 10 most read articles between 28 June - 4 July 2024
The top 10 most read articles between 28 June - 4 July 2024 on employeebenefits.co.uk were: Moody’s introduces global parental leaveHays implements one week of paid carer’s leaveBarts NHS Trust facilities staff receive special leave equivalent to paymentExclusive: 34% of employers say staff not aware of or do not understand ...
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OpinionConfessions of a benefits manager: Candid takes charge of the benefits intranet page
It is a quiet time right now in reward; in between annual enrolment and various renewals, we can work on things that have fallen to the bottom of the pile. For months I have been wanting to get my hands on the benefits intranet site, so now is my chance.I ...
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Supplier articleDo we always have to be 100% fit and well to be working?
By Kay Needle, Early Intervention and Rehabilitation Expert at Generali UK Employee Benefits Evolution in thinking about presenteeism – the fact that there are different types and not all are bad for people or business – could arguably be applied to absence management. Changes in working practices ...
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ArticleTesco employees to share £30 million from share schemes
More than 20,000 Tesco employees are to share £30 million following the performance of its sharesave schemes.The staff are mainly those working in stores and distribution centres. As the schemes have now matured, they will share in a profit created by the growth of Tesco’s share price, which reached £3.06 ...
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Article70% of employees rate health MOTs as key wellbeing benefit
Some 70% of UK employees rate health MOTs as the most important wellbeing benefit on their wish list, according to research by health assessment provider Bluecrest Wellness.Its Find out now report, which surveyed 2,009 individuals, including 1,437 in employment, found that private diagnosis and treatment support also topped the list ...
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ArticleTransport for Wales introduces free period products for staff
Transport for Wales has introduced access to free sustainable period products in all its stations and offices for menstruating employees.All of the network’s staff will now have access to free period care products, provided by sustainable period care brand TOTM.In doing so, the organisation is aiming to help alleviate the ...
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Supplier articleExploring Employee Wellbeing & Mental Health in Manufacturing
In 2023, the UK’s manufacturing industry climbed from 9th to 8th place globally in terms of output volumes. Manufacturing is a cornerstone of the UK economy, accounting for 49% of exports and contributing £224 billion to the UK’s Gross Added Value (GVA). This is a remarkable achievement! ...
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ArticleBMS Group appoints new group chief people officer
Specialist insurance and reinsurance broker BMS Group has appointed Ali Trauttmansdorff group chief people officer.Trauttmansdorff, who will be based in London, will report to Nick Cook, chief executive officer of BMS Group, and join the executive committee.In her role, Trauttmansdorff will be focused on supporting the group’s merger and acquisition ...
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Case StudiesCoventry Building Society offers extensive eldercare support to staff
Coventry Building Society has formally recognised the needs of employees with caring responsibilities since 2017, when it introduced its Carers Flexibility scheme offering three days’ paid leave. Over the last few years, as well as topping this up with a further two days’ unpaid leave, it has enhanced the range ...
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Case StudiesN Family Club provides avenues of support for staff who care for elderly relatives
N Family Club runs a chain of 37 nurseries in London, the home counties and beyond. It employs nearly 1,300 people across these nurseries and in its support team, working with Rest Less to launch an over 50s apprenticeship in 2023 to help it attract a diverse workforce.As a certified ...
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AnalysisAre employers’ eldercare plans meeting staff needs?
This year’s introduction of statutory carer’s leave highlights the needs of employees with caring responsibilities. But while a week’s unpaid leave will help, a wide range of eldercare benefits are now available for employers wanting to do more.
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ArticleDentons achieves menopause-friendly employer accreditation
Law firm Dentons has achieved menopause-friendly employer accreditation across its UK, Ireland and Middle East offices for its work in creating a supportive environment for those experiencing the condition.Established by Henpicked: Menopause In The Workplace, the accreditation sets standards which employers must meet. To achieve this, a panel assesses evidence ...
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ArticleTyler Grange named SME employer of the year for mental health support
Environmental consultancy Tyler Grange has been recognised as SME employer of the year at the InsideOut Awards due to its mental health and wellbeing programme.The annual awards, which are run by the InsideOut LeaderBoard charity, recognise employers which promote mental health, wellness and overall wellbeing.The accolade was awarded to Tyler ...
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Article34% of HR decision makers are satisfied with their salary
Just one-third (34%) of HR decision makers are satisfied with their salary, according to research by HR software provider Ciphr.Its survey of 300 HR decision makers found that 44% of respondents said they have a good work-life balance and 37% believe their organisation fully supports employees’ mental health and wellbeing.More ...
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OpinionDebbie Coyne: Managing Euro 2024 and staff leave
With Euro 2024 football fever sweeping the country, employers are once again facing the age-old conundrum of balancing productivity and business operations with giving their staff the chance to watch their nation at a major summer tournament.Legally, employers are not obliged to provide time off for employees to watch Euro ...
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Supplier articleGet Ready for CSRD: Free White Paper Download
We’re entering a new era in impact reporting, and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is setting the standard. OnHand’s white paper, Get Ready for CSRD, is here to guide you through all the essentials, so you can stay on top of changing regulations and expectations. Launched ...
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Coventry Building Society
Coventry Building Society has formally recognised the needs of employees with caring responsibilities since 2017, when it introduced its Carers Flexibility scheme offering three days’ paid leave. Over the last few years, as well as topping this up with a further two days’ unpaid leave, it has enhanced the range ...
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ArticleHealthcare assistants in North and South Tees accept pay offer
Healthcare assistants employed by North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust and South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have accepted an offer regarding their pay grading and back pay.The workers, who are members of union Unison, are based at University Hospital of North Tees, University Hospital of Hartlepool, James Cook ...
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ArticleMoody’s introduces global parental leave
Credit: Dariusz Gryczka / Shutterstock.comFinancial services firm Moody’s has launched a global parental leave policy for its more than 15,000 employees worldwide.Regardless of how they grow their family, through birth, adoption or surrogacy, all new parents are now eligible for at least 16 weeks of paid leave at 100% of ...
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ArticleMenzies completes £260 million pensions buy-in
Aviation services firm Menzies has completed a £260 million pensions buy-in for its Menzies Pension Fund.The transaction secures the benefits of more than 3,000 members, including almost 1,400 pensioners and 1,650 deferred members.The process included a secondary market sale of an illiquid asset and deferral of premium, which enabled the ...