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Nearly a third of UK workers enjoy their jobs but feel no connection to their organisation, data finds
Data from The Chameleon Agency showed that 48% felt connected, while the rest sat in what the agency called a ‘grey zone’.
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Armed Forces personnel receive third consecutive above inflation pay rise
Starting salaries for non-commissioned ranks will rise by nearly £1,000 to £27,282, while junior officers will see a £1,250 increase to £35,926.
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Younger salespeople face stigma despite greater trust from young buyers, data finds
Among the general public, 18-24s and 25-34s are most likely to trust salespeople at 32%, compared to just 12% of 45-54s.
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Three in five HR professionals consider leaving jobs due to workload, IRIS finds
Nearly half (46%) worked longer hours than contracted, while 45% felt overwhelmed.
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70% of low-to-mid income workers struggle to keep up with bills, research shows
42% said they had been forced to turn to friends and family for help when their income did not cover bills.
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Most employers fail to provide health and wellbeing support before overseas assignments, data finds
Data from Everywhen showed only 42% of employers put health and wellbeing support in place for their staff before departure.
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Long-distance commuters could be better off than workers who relocate to London – Careerminds UK
Based on 2026 rental data and average salaries, Birmingham commuters could see £956 more per month from the salary uplift, plus £1,373 in rent savings.
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GMB launches workplace exposure register amid concerns over aviation worker health risks
GMB has launched a workplace exposure register for fumes and dust as the union calls for greater action to protect aviation workers from occupational health risks.
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WEALTH at work launches Retirement Guidance Service to support trustees and employers
Members receive one to one support, digital tools and a written report to help them make sense of their pensions.
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Arriva creates new jobs with Canvey Island and Southend bus service
Michael Jennings said: “We’re thrilled to have launched the 1X which is already transforming travel connections for people in the local area."
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Hazardous drinking most common among working-age employees, expert warns
Searches for “pub hours” rose by 15% to 13,000 last month, as warmer weather and sporting events encouraged higher alcohol consumption.
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Noisy offices could cost employers over £40bn a year, analysis finds
Oscar Acoustics found workers lose 26 minutes of productive time each day because of noise, equal to more than three working weeks a year.