ICO urges organisations to strengthen cyber security amid rising attack risks
The ICO reports a sharp increase in cyber attacks, urging sectors like finance, retail, and education to bolster cyber security.
Majority access vital healthcare through workplace insurance, ABI finds
New ABI research shows a substantial majority of people accessed healthcare services through workplace insurance schemes in 2022, emphasising their crucial role.
UK employees and HR professionals at odds over workplace experience, Benefex study finds
A new study reveals a significant gap between how UK employees and HR professionals perceive workplace experience, with many employees dissatisfied despite positive evaluations from HR.
UK pension pot sizes see significant growth, PensionBee study shows
PensionBee's latest analysis shows a 16% increase in average UK pension pot sizes, with notable regional variations and persistent gender disparities in retirement savings.
Unite criticises TSB for job cuts and branch closures
Unite the union criticizes TSB's decision to cut 250 jobs and close 36 branches, citing major concerns over customer service and local support needs.
The ‘lazy job’ trend may impact retirement savings, Standard Life warns
Standard Life warns that the growing trend of 'lazy jobs' could significantly reduce retirement savings, urging consideration of long-term financial security alongside current job satisfaction.
UK businesses slow to increase pay despite less pressure, survey shows
A recent survey from the Work Foundation reveals a significant gap between UK businesses' recognition of their responsibility to support employees financially and their actions, with only 30% planning pay rises above inflation despite eased business pressures.
Legal & General Wellbeing Advisory Board introduces ‘culture first’ strategy for burnout prevention
Legal & General’s Wellbeing Advisory Board launches a new 'culture first' approach to burnout prevention.
40% of retirees would change aspects of their retirement planning if given chance
A Canada Life survey finds that 40% of retirees would change their retirement planning.
Employer-provided health schemes critical as demand surges, says ABI report
A new ABI report reveals that 75% of those using health services via insurance in 2022 did so through employer-provided schemes, highlighting the critical role of workplace health benefits.
Tata criticised for ‘insulting’ offers amid UK steel production cuts
Negotiations between Tata Steel and trade unions have collapsed over plans to cut production, with Unite condemning the company's offers as 'insulting' and calling for a halt in actions until a potential change in government.
Chinese state accused of hacking UK Ministry of Defence personnel system
The UK Ministry of Defence has been hit by a cyberattack, allegedly by the Chinese state, compromising personal data of service personnel. Defence Secretary Grant Shapps will outline protective measures in response to the breach.
