Bryan Hay, Author at Workplace Journal

NHS rightly at heart of Labour policy but staff must be fully valued, union warns

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “Our NHS is on life support after suffering from relentless abuse by this government, so we welcome all positive actions that Labour will take to heal it.

29/05/2024

Employee Relations·News

Pedal for mental health: The benefits of cycling during Mental Health Awareness Week

To raise awareness during Mental Health Awareness Week and encourage individuals to hop on a bike, leading cycle and e-bike insurer cycleGuard sheds light on mental and physical health benefits of cycling.

14/05/2024

Health & Wellbeing·News

TUC highlights sharp rise in long-term sickness among women

A TUC report reveals a significant rise in long-term sickness among women, criticising the government's response and calling for improved health services and job conditions.

13/05/2024

Health & Wellbeing·News

Dounreay power station workers to strike over pay dispute

Dounreay power station workers to strike after rejecting wage offer, with further actions planned.

13/05/2024

Employee Relations·News

UK employers slow to adapt to new holiday pay rules, survey finds

A recent survey reveals that 69% of UK employers have not yet adapted to the new holiday pay regulations that began in April 2024, with many seeking further guidance on the changes affecting 'irregular hours' and 'part-year' workers.

08/05/2024

Compensation & Benefits·News

Labour’s draft New Deal for Workers criticised as ‘unrecognisable’ by Unite leader

Unite leader Sharon Graham criticises the Labour Party’s revised New Deal for Workers as a significant retreat from initial promises, urging unions to demand a return to the original proposals.

08/05/2024

Employee Relations·News

Nearly 300,000 file self assessment returns in first week of new tax year

Almost 300,000 taxpayers filed their self assessment tax returns in the first week of the new tax year, taking advantage of the benefits of early filing, as HMRC encourages more to follow suit to avoid end-of-year rush and manage financial planning better

08/05/2024

Compensation & Benefits·News

UK freelancers face challenges amid economic instability and IR35 changes

Economic challenges and IR35 regulations have dampened the confidence of UK freelancers, with a significant number exploring full-time employment options as business opportunities slow down.

01/05/2024

Compensation & Benefits·News·Recruitment & HR·Talent Acquisition

Usdaw calls for new deal for workers on International Workers’ Day

Usdaw reinforces its demand for a new deal for workers this International Workers’ Day, advocating for improved wages and job security to ensure a decent living standard for all workers, particularly in the retail sector.

01/05/2024

Employee Relations·Featured·News

Surge in retail crime and violence against shopworkers demands urgent action

Usdaw’s latest survey reveals a significant rise in violence against shopworkers linked to an increase in shoplifting, with the union advocating for urgent legislative and policing reforms to protect retail employees.

01/05/2024

Health & Wellbeing·News·Politics·Risk Management

Survey reveals employers struggle with young workforce’s evolving priorities

A new survey by The Open University reveals significant challenges in hiring and retaining young employees, with changes in their work values and priorities attributed largely to the pandemic's impact on work experience.

30/04/2024

News·Recruitment & HR·Talent Acquisition

Workers at Glasgow Airport secure major wage deal

The new deal includes a 10.9% wage increase to £12.20 per hour, which is 20 pence above the real living wage.

30/04/2024

Compensation & Benefits·Employee Relations·News

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Bryan Hay

NHS rightly at heart of Labour policy but staff must be fully valued, union warns

Pedal for mental health: The benefits of cycling during Mental Health Awareness Week

TUC highlights sharp rise in long-term sickness among women

Dounreay power station workers to strike over pay dispute

UK employers slow to adapt to new holiday pay rules, survey finds

Labour’s draft New Deal for Workers criticised as ‘unrecognisable’ by Unite leader

Nearly 300,000 file self assessment returns in first week of new tax year

UK freelancers face challenges amid economic instability and IR35 changes

Usdaw calls for new deal for workers on International Workers’ Day

Surge in retail crime and violence against shopworkers demands urgent action

Survey reveals employers struggle with young workforce’s evolving priorities

Workers at Glasgow Airport secure major wage deal

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