Rich and poor employment gap down a third since 1990s, work quality gap remains – Resolution Foundation
Workers from poorer households are less likely to be satisfied with their job, and more likely to have an insecure employment contract.
Charity initiatives increase employee engagement, research finds
73% of employees whose employers had charity initiatives expressed that they were likely to stay with their current workplace.
47% of companies cancel Christmas parties due to HR concerns, research finds
Skillcast, a compliance training provider, urged businesses planning events to be prepared due to recent changes in worker protection laws.
NHS manager proposals provide added protection for whistle-blowers
NHS managers who silence whistle-blowers or endanger patients through misconduct could be barred from working, under new proposals.
73% of over-50s feel overlooked by employers, research finds
59% of professionals over 50 in the UK believed their age prevented them from being considered for training or upskilling opportunities.
Millennials and Gen Z more likely to pursue careers in sustainability and social impact
A senior lecturer in behavioural science at Aston University has highlighted the evolving perceptions of work.
BTC launches inquiry into Employment Rights Bill
The BTC described the bill as “the biggest upgrade to workers’ rights in a generation.”
London employers ranked sixth in the UK – Meditopia
Bristol took the top spot, with 16.24% of 5,013 employers rated four stars or more.
Guys and St Thomas’ staff protest against jobs cull
Guys and St Thomas NHS Trust workers are holding a protest today against plans to cut jobs.
Stagecoach bus drivers to take strike action over pay dispute
According to Unite, industrial action would impact on Stagecoach services in Skye, Orkney, and to the north and west of Inverness.
Hospital porters ballot for industrial action in dispute over bathroom policies
The 59 porters, members of Unite, were informed they would be required to notify their managers before and after they go to the toilet.
Worker Protection Act brings in duty for employers to anticipate and prevent sexual harassment
Employers now have a duty to anticipate when sexual harassment may occur and take reasonable steps to prevent it.
