All articles by Zoe Wickens
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ArticleJollyes unveils enhanced benefits and support for employees
Nationwide pet superstore Jollyes has introduced a range of new and improved employee benefits as part of its mission to be one of the best UK retail employers.
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ArticleAO becomes endometriosis-friendly employer
Greater Manchester-headquartered retailer AO has become an endometriosis-friendly employer as part of a pledge to support its employees who are impacted by endometriosis.
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People MovesBibby Financial Services appoints HR director
From BFS International SME funder Bibby Financial Services (BFS) has appointed Hannah Bloxham HR director as part of its growth strategy. Part of the Bibby Line Group, BFS has more than 1,000 employees across Europe and Asia. Bloxham has 20 years of experience in HR leadership and ...
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ArticleION Ambulance Care launches new benefits platform
ION Ambulance Care has launched a new benefits platform for its more than 180 employees across its five sites as part of its aim to enhance employee engagement and retention.
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People MovesWhitecroft Lighting appoints new head of HR
Commercial lighting manufacturer Whitecroft Lighting has appointed Julia King as its new UK head of HR.
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ArticleHeathrow Qantas cabin crew accept pay and pension increases
Around 505 UK workers employed as cabin crew by Qantas have accepted a pay increase of between 11% and 18%.
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ArticleJust one in five employees are expecting a Christmas bonus this year
While the average Christmas bonus is expected to increase by 8.3% this year to £788, just one in five employees are expecting to receive one, according to research by The Global Payroll Association (GPA).
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ArticleLondon City Airport receives Good Work Standard employer accreditation
London City Airport has been reaccredited as a Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard employer, receiving the excellence level.
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ArticleFather Christmas set to earn £15 an hour this festive season
While hourly pay rates for seasonal Santa vacancies have been found to range from £11.44 up to as much as £40, the median is £15, according to findings by Incomes Data Research.
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ArticleThe top 10 most read articles between 6 – 12 December 2024
The top 10 most read articles between 6 – 12 December 2024 on employeebenefits.co.uk were:
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Article48% of organisations say 2024 salary budgets are lower than last year
Nearly half (48%) of UK organisations have reported that salary increase budgets for 2024 were lower than 2023, according to global advisory, broking, and solutions firm Willis Towers Watson.
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ArticleCentral Co-op pilots mental health and wellbeing support for funeral staff
Central Co-op has launched a three-month trial to provide enhanced mental health and wellbeing support for its funeral employees in emotionally demanding roles.
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ArticleSheffield Mind gains menopause-friendly accreditation
Sheffield Mind, which delivers mental health services for children, young people and adults across the city, has been awarded menopause-friendly accreditation.
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People MovesManulife names new chief people officer
Financial services group Manulife has named Pragashini Fox as its new chief people officer from 1 June 2025.
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AnalysisHow to create a workplace cancer support policy
As no two experiences are the same, a cancer support policy should be adapted to fit employees’ individual needs.
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Case StudiesNational Deaf Children’s Society offers accessible and on-demand cancer support
National Deaf Children’s Society (NDCS) supports its staff with cancer by ensuring assistance is readily available.
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ArticleJust 19% of UK savers have factored getting a serious illness in to their retirement plan
Only a fifth of UK savers (19%) have fully considered getting a serious illness in their retirement plan, according to new research from independent consultancy Barnett Waddingham.
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ArticleWheatley Group receives real living wage accreditation
Scottish housing, care and property management organisation Wheatley Group has received real living wage accreditation.
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ArticleColliers reports mean disability pay gap of 14% for 2024
Real estate services and investment management firm Colliers has reported a mean disability pay gap of 14% for 2024, compared to 17.1% in 2023.
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OpinionMatt Spencer and Caitlin Comins: How employers can use employee ownership trusts
Employee ownership trusts enable owners to sell their shares to employees via a trust, normally for full market value and financed in part from future profits.