All articles by Zoe Wickens – Page 47
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ArticleTesco to increase hourly pay rate for store employees to £12.45
Supermarket Tesco has announced that it will increase hourly pay rate for its store employees from £12.02 to £12.45 as of 30 March.
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Article67.5% of employers are maintaining current DEI budget and focus
Two-thirds (67.5%) of employers said they are still maintaining their current diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) budget and focus, according to a survey of Employee Benefits readers.
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AnalysisTop tips for communicating share schemes to employees
Employees need to know a share scheme’s structure, aims and how to participate.
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Case StudiesTesco uses multiple methods for effective share scheme communication
Tesco communicates its share scheme to employees through a range of channels and materials to ensure the information is clear and effective.
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ArticleAvanti West Coast train managers accept pay and rest day agreement
Train managers employed by Avanti West Coast have voted to accept a negotiated deal regarding a pay and rest day dispute, ending all future planned industrial action.
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ArticleTribunal dismisses disabled magistrate’s discrimination, harassment and victimisation claims
A magistrate who was classed as disabled due to fibromyalgia has had her claims of disability discrimination, harassment and victimisation dismissed at an employment tribunal.
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ArticleOxford City Council reports 6.5% mean gender pay gap for 2024
Oxford City Council has published its annual Workforce equality report, in which it reported a 6.5% mean gender pay gap for 2024, down from 7.5% in 2023.
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People MovesMitie names Kathryn Dolan as new chief people officer
Mitie has appointed Kathryn Dolan as its new chief people officer, joining the group executive team to deliver its people strategy.
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ArticleAdmiral Group, Hilton and Aviva named some of UK’s best workplaces in 2025
Financial services firm Admiral Group, hotel chain Hilton and insurer Aviva have been named as some of the UK’s best workplaces in 2025.
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ArticleThe Perfume Shop reports zero median gender pay gap for 2024
The Perfume Shop has reported a 0% median gender pay gap for 2024, which is a 4.44% reduction from the previous year.
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ArticleEmployee motivation in UK and EMEA declines for three consecutive years
Employee motivation in the UK and Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) regions has declined for three consecutive years, according to research by Culture Amp.
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People MovesCompass Group UK and Ireland hires new HR director
Compass Group UK and Ireland has appointed Hilary Goldby HR director for its business and industry sector, as part of its commitment to put people first and to support continued growth.
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ArticlePoor attempts at humour from bosses can negatively affect job satisfaction
A study has revealed that poor attempts at humour from senior members of staff can actually affect job satisfaction, and not in a good way.
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ArticleThe top 10 most read articles between 7 – 13 March 2025
The top 10 most read articles between 7 – 13 March 2025 on employeebenefits.co.uk were:
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ArticleWarp Snacks introduces electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Healthy snacks manufacturer Warp Snacks has introduced an electric vehicle (EV) salary sacrifice scheme for its workforce.
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ArticlePrimark to increase hourly pay for 28,000 retail staff
International fashion retailer Primark is to increase hourly pay for its retail employees in Great Britain from 1 April.
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ArticleRoadchef accredited for commitment to wellbeing and employee engagement
Motorway service area operator Roadchef has been awarded a three-star accreditation by The Best Companies to Work For, highlighting its commitment to employee wellbeing and continuous improvement culture.
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ArticleEnvironmental and wellbeing benefits increasingly popular among energy sector employers
Employers in the UK energy sector have seen increasing interest in environmental benefits and virtual wellbeing support for their workforces, according to research by Aon.
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Article31% of employees believe benefits have positively impacted wellbeing
Although 67% of employers believe their benefits package has had a positive impact on overall staff wellbeing, only 31% of employees agree, according to research by Unum UK.
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ArticleCo-op to increase pay for front-line store employees
Retailer Co-op is to increase pay for its front-line store employees, which will see hourly rates rise to at least £12.60 per hour this year.