Edenred’s Reward Gateway drives growth in HR technology sector
Edenred's acquisition of Reward Gateway boosts its Benefits & Engagement business line's revenue by 25.7%, enhancing its position in the HR technology sector.
38% of UK workers hesitant to request pay rises, finds survey
A survey reveals 38% of UK employees avoid asking for salary increases, highlighting April as a key month for negotiation due to financial year changes.
Half of UK workers feel neglected by employers amid cost of living crisis
Research by Health Shield Friendly Society indicates health and wellbeing benefits are key for employee retention, but many feel neglected on cost of living issues.
UK’s textile and agriculture sectors lead in wage growth, study finds
Recent study shows significant wage increases in UK's textile, agriculture, and real estate sectors, with textiles leading at a 12.31% rise.
Top 10 UK jobs outpace inflation with significant wage increases
A study by Ciphr reveals significant wage increases in certain UK jobs, outpacing inflation rates amid the cost of living crisis, with roles like publicans and web designers seeing notable pay growth.
Employees would trade lower salary for better benefits
A MetLife UK survey indicates 40% of UK employees prioritise better benefits over higher pay, emphasising the value of financial protection, flexible work arrangements, and health support services.
Uniqlo UK boosts entry-level wages by 7% and introduces enhanced parental leave benefits
Uniqlo UK announces a 7% wage increase for entry-level employees and enhanced parental leave benefits, reinforcing its commitment to becoming an employer of choice and attracting young talent.
UK workers seek more employer support in pension planning
My Pension Expert's survey reveals that less than half of UK workers believe their financial wellbeing is a priority for their employers, spotlighting a call for enhanced support in pension planning and contributions.
Office workers prefer limited days in office amid privacy concerns
A survey by BW: Workplace Experts finds UK office workers prefer a hybrid model, with 2.25 ideal office days. Privacy concerns challenge current open-plan designs, highlighting a need for workspace evolution.
UK workers demand pay rises amid rising burnout and low morale
A survey by Reward Gateway reveals 63% of UK workers seek pay rises amid the cost-of-living crisis, with high levels of burnout and low morale underscoring the need for comprehensive employer support.
Wagamama pledges support for mental health with Shout partnership
Wagamama partners with Shout to donate £40,000 for mental health support, pledging 50,000 volunteer hours and aiming to recruit 1,000 volunteers.
Research highlights gender pension gap, with single parents earning least
A new report from Now: Pensions and the Pensions Policy Institute (PPI) reveals significant disparities in pension savings, particularly affecting single parents.
