Lime Health launches WoW Elite to tackle workforce health challenges
The group aims to bring people together for honest discussion and to find practical solutions to workplace health issues in the UK.
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Trafalgar House achieves ninth consecutive Investor in Customers Gold accreditation
Daniel Taylor said: "This accreditation reflects not just where we are today, but the culture that has shaped our business over the past two decades.”
Working Families partners with Executive Coaching Consultancy to produce Parental Fog Index
The charity will use its experience in employment rights and family-friendly working to help the Index reach more employers and parents.
Cybersecurity concerns slowing SME digital plans, survey finds
The SME Digitalisation Report, based on a survey of 700 UK SME owners across sectors including retail, IT and education, found that 55% see digitalising processes as a key objective for 2026.
Retraining demand sees sharp rise as unemployment increases – Strive Training
The UK-based provider said it is seeing a surge in adults seeking to upskill or reskill in response to changing labour market conditions.
Halo Benefits launches AI childcare compliance platform to help employers use tax exemption
The platform aims to address longstanding barriers to uptake of the exemption by creating auditable records of employers’ financing and governance involvement in childcare provision.
Bracknell tops UK towns for gender pay gap, finds Ciphr
Bracknell in Berkshire had the biggest gap at 26.5%.
Compensation & Benefits
Wage growth falls for first time in 12 months – Employment Hero
The data showed monthly wage growth dropped by 1% compared to December.
£2,000 cap to salary sacrifice will cut NI savings, warns Penfold
Chris Eastwood said: “Anyone contributing more than £2,000 a year through salary sacrifice will lose NI savings on the excess, and employers will see their NI costs rise accordingly."
Recruitment & HR
Echo Finance and Mortgage Train Academy partner to boost broker careers
Successful participants will be offered a remote role at Echo Finance, serving clients across the UK with centralised compliance, operational support and lead generation.
Impostor syndrome affects 43% of employees, survey finds
The MyPerfectResume survey of more than 1,000 employed workers found 43% experience impostor feelings, while 66% said they feel pressure to appear more confident.
A third of managers rely on applicant tracking systems to screen out applications, report finds
The Resume Genius 2026 Hiring Insights Report found that while 71% of organisations use ATS software, most resumes are still reviewed by humans.
Greatwell Homes achieves level two Disability Confident status after inclusion drive
To achieve level two employer status, Greatwell Homes updated recruitment and workplace practices to make them inclusive and accessible for all.
Inclusivity, Equality & Diversity
Camden Council reaches accessible employment opportunities target in 100 days
The campaign brought together major employers in the borough to design roles for residents facing barriers to work.
Government set to lower train driver age to 18 to address workforce shortages
The change is set to open up new career paths for young people, with a quarter of all train drivers expected to reach retirement age by 2030.
Business Disability Forum calls for clarity on Access to Work scheme
Angela Matthews said: “We need clear direction from the Government to end this uncertainty and for rules around Access to Work to be clarified and applied fairly.”
35% of workers with regional accents feel judged at work, finds Zurich UK
31% said they felt they needed to change or soften their accent in the office to sound more professional.
Technology
Formula E selects HiBob to boost global HR management
HiBob’s HR platform will be used throughout Formula E’s operations to centralise people management and support its international workforce.
Oracle Health launches ‘Clinical AI Agent’ to cut doctors’ admin time
The tool uses voice and screen-driven technology to help NHS and private practice staff draft patient notes, aiming to cut admin time.
Amey hosts AI training workshop for apprentices at Innovation Studio
Apprentices worked with the AI and innovation team to learn about agentic AI and were tasked with designing and building their own AI agents.
Health & Wellbeing
Life admin support linked to higher workplace wellbeing and productivity, study reveals
The report from Great Place To Work UK and Experian found that 82% of employees with life admin support said they had a good work–life balance, compared to 32% without support.
Mental health remains top concern for employers for a fifth consecutive year – Everywhen
59% of employers were worried about the mental health of their staff, with 49% planning to prioritise mental health support over the next year.
GoVo for Business launched to address rising employee disengagement
A new study from Royal Voluntary Service found nearly one in three (29%) workers felt detached from their jobs, with 31% saying they were unsatisfied.
Apprenticeships create a resilient workforce that are leading the change
Andy Benson, apprenticeship delivery manager at Bupa UK, discusses how apprenticeships are reshaping the workforce by building resilience and lifelong learning.
Employee Relations
MAN Truck & Bus UK named Top Employer for 2026
MAN Truck & Bus UK has been certified as a UK Top Employer for 2026 by the Top Employers Institute, recognising its people strategy and workplace practices.
Lack of manager confidence driving escalation of workplace disputes, survey finds
Research from WorkNest indicated inconsistent approaches to managing employee relations.
Mangers face rising scrutiny over workplace decisions, research finds
The Robert Walters polling found 84% of managers felt their decisions were being examined more closely by colleagues than two years ago.
Most workers ready to double pension savings, finds Penfold
53% of employees said they would increase their pension contributions if their employer matched the amount.
Global HR
CISI launches jobs board to boost global financial services careers
The platform features real-time job postings, smart search and filtering tools, and career guidance from CISI experts.
Deel sets Guinness World Records™ title with global virtual hiring event
Deel has set a new Guinness World Records™ title for the 'Largest online hiring event' after attracting 6,848 attendees to a live virtual recruitment event.
Pearson and Deloitte partner to deliver AI-powered workforce training
The partnership will use both companies’ experience to deliver AI learning, leadership development and training solutions.
Retention and productivity top benefits of health support for overseas workers – Everywhen
32% of employers said retention rates were the main reason for offering health and wellbeing support, with 31% choosing productivity as the biggest advantage.