All articles by Zoe Wickens – Page 32
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OpinionSamantha Dickinson: How to build and support a healthy workforce
Stress is an inevitable part of life. In the workplace it can build resilience, pushing individuals to adapt and perform under pressure, which leads to personal growth. However, when stress becomes overwhelming it leads to decreased productivity, burnout and debilitating health problems. Recognising and managing employee stress levels is crucial ...
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ArticleB Braun Medical names new HR director
Medical technology firm B Braun Medical has appointed Helene Ghosh HR director to strengthen its senior leadership team.Within this role, Ghosh will actively engage with various departments, finalising the HR strategy, and empowering leaders to drive positive change. She will streamline processes, enhance digital tools, and champion diversity and inclusion ...
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ArticleBristow Helicopters pilots and technical crew strike over pay and benefits
Credit: Photofex_AUT / Shutterstock.comPilots and technical crew employed by Bristow Helicopters are undertaking strike action this week in a dispute over pay and benefits.The search and rescue winch operators and paramedics, who are members of the British Airline Pilots’ Association (Balpa), began strike action on Tuesday. It will continue for ...
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ArticleShowtown Blackpool rolls out play days and commits to making work fun
Showtown Blackpool, which is operated by the Blackpool Heritage and Museum Trust, has introduced quarterly play days and monthly feel better circles to create a workplace culture of success for its employees.Through the creation of a cultural programme that reflected its values as part of a year-long partnership with consultancy ...
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Article75% used workplace schemes to access healthcare services through insurance
Of the 1.8 million employees who accessed healthcare services through health or protection insurance in 2022, 1.3 million (75%) relied on workplace-provided schemes to do so, according to research by the Association of British Insurers (ABI).Its Growing demand – increased use of health and protection services in 2022 report also ...
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ArticleAbercrombie and Kent Travel Group launches paid global parental leave policy
Global travel business Abercrombie and Kent Travel Group has introduced a paid global parental leave policy in order to create a more diverse and inclusive workplace culture.The group, which has 2,500 employees in more than 55 offices around the globe, will provide a minimum of 18 weeks of paid parental ...
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ArticleAbercrombie and Kent Travel Group launches new global paid parental leave policy
Global travel business Abercrombie and Kent Travel Group has introduced a new paid global parental leave policy in order to create a more diverse and inclusive workplace culture.The group, which has 2,500 employees in more than 55 local offices around the globe, will provide a minimum of 18 weeks of ...
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Article77% of staff with cancer do not think benefits meet their needs
More than three-quarters (77%) of employees with cancer do not think their employee benefits fully meet their needs, according to research by specialist cancer support services provider Reframe Cancer.Its The employee experience report: living and working with cancer report, which surveyed 500 UK adults who are employed with cancer or ...
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ArticleCambridge Intelligence and Weil Gotshal and Manges shortlisted for Best healthcare and wellbeing benefits – small employer
Data visualisation technology firm Cambridge Intelligence and law firm Weil Gotshal and Manges have been shortlisted in the category Best healthcare and wellbeing benefits – small employer at the Employee Benefits Awards 2024.This award was created to celebrate a successful health and wellbeing strategy that helps boost productivity or engagement ...
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ArticlePPG appoints Robert Massy chief human resources officer
Paints, coatings and specialty materials firm PPG has appointed Robert Massy senior vice president and chief human resources officer.Reporting to Tim Knavish, PPG chairman and chief executive officer, Massy will be responsible for leading the firm’s global human resources organisation. He will be located at its global headquarters in Pittsburgh ...
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OpinionBeth Brown and Danyal Enver: What did the Spring Budget mean for pensions?
The Spring Budget built on the Mansion House speech in many ways. The Chancellor announced powers that would be given to both the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and The Pensions Regulator (TPR) in legislation slated for as early as 2027, enabling them to enforce the value for money regime.The new ...
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ArticleVirgin Media O2 rolls out staff volunteering buddy programme to tackle loneliness
Media and telecommunications organisation Virgin Media O2 has launched a 12-month volunteering programme to help tackle chronic loneliness experienced by disabled people.Through a partnership with disability charity Sense, Virgin Media O2’s 15,000 employees have been invited to take part in a virtual buddying service to support those who are at ...
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Article59% of employees have not called in sick when they needed to
Almost three-fifths (59%) of UK employees have not taken time off work due to illness or injury despite needing to, according to research by protection and employee benefits provider Metlife UK.Its survey of 2,009 employees found that when asked why they did not call in sick when they needed to, ...
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ArticleSackers launches carer’s leave policy and commits to support neurodiversity
Law firm Sackers has introduced an enhanced carer’s leave policy and has become a member of the Group for Autism, Insurance, Investment and Neurodiversity (Gain).The firm’s policy, which is a day one employment right, will see employees able to take paid time off for up to one week in a ...
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ArticleTesco and Lidl GB shortlisted for Best healthcare and wellbeing benefits – large employer
Supermarkets Tesco and Lidl GB have been shortlisted in the category Best healthcare and wellbeing benefits at the Employee Benefits Awards 2024.This award was created to celebrate a successful health and wellbeing strategy that helps boost productivity or engagement through employee wellbeing.The full category shortlist is:Bank of AmericaBarratt DevelopmentsCadent GasCentricaCitiExperianLidl ...
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ArticleDeepL recruits Sally Sourbron as chief people officer
DeepL, a global specialist in language artificial intelligence, has appointed Sally Sourbron chief people officer in order to bring additional experience and leadership to the team.With a track record of developing effective people strategies, enhancing employee experiences, and driving cultural change, Sourbron will be leading DeepL’s people and culture team ...
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Case StudiesHuntsman demonstrates care for employees’ health through fitness benefits
With a diverse workforce that spans various ages, backgrounds and lifestyles, tailoring house Huntsman demonstrates its care for its employees’ health and wellbeing through its fitness benefits.The organisation has 60 employees across its Savile Row, London and New York locations. Its client managers and tailors spend a lot of time ...
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Case StudiesHerbert Smith Freehills uses wellbeing fund to improve employees’ physical health
Credit: GettyImages-512573587Herbert Smith Freehills supports its employees' physical and mental health through a wellbeing fund, which is part of its benefits programme.Operating from 24 offices across the Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and North America regions, the law firm employs 4,000 lawyers and has a total workforce of ...
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AnalysisWhat can employers offer to improve employees’ fitness journeys?
Fitness benefits include discounted or subsidised membership to gyms, health clubs and studios partnerships, providing an annual employee fitness and wellbeing budget and on-site exercise classes.Employers should provide equal access to benefits for all employees, regardless of their work locations.By listening to employees and providing options based on needs and ...
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ArticleActivate Group receives living wage employer accreditation
Accident management specialist firm Activate Group has received real living wage employer accreditation as part of its commitment to show appreciation and respect for its workforce.As of this month, Activate Group has committed to pay the real living wage rate of £12 per hour, resulting in its 220 UK team ...