Virgin Media O2 introduces paid carer’s leave, exceeding new legal requirements
This initiative allows staff to take this leave in full or as ten half days, specifically designed to support employees with caring responsibilities.
Savills UK advances in gender and ethnicity pay gap reduction for 2023
The mean gender hourly pay gap decreased to 20.11% from 23.94% in 2022, and the median gender hourly pay gap was reduced to 17.59% from 21.76%.
House of HR reports 8.1% revenue growth in 2023 despite challenging market conditions
House of HR, a leading Belgian staffing firm and the seventh-largest in Europe, announced a like-for-like revenue growth of 8.1% for the full year 2023, reaching a total of €3.39bn.
Goldman Sachs reports 54% gender pay gap in the UK, highest since 2017
Goldman Sachs has disclosed a gender pay gap of 54% among its UK staff, marking the widest disparity since records began in 2017.
Lodders enhances management board with new people and culture director
Lodders has appointed Grace Walton as its new people and culture director, aiming to enhance the firm's strategic and operational HR function.
Arriva Northumbria strike action suspended pending new offer ballot
Strikes planned by Unite members at Arriva Northumbria for the week starting Sunday, 7 April 2024, have been put on hold as the employer presents a new offer.
AXA UK’s study shows 60% of young adults aspire to be their own boss
AXA UK finds a burgeoning entrepreneurial spirit among young adults, with Gen Z leading the charge in business ventures.
Childcare costs force UK parents to cut work hours
Phoenix Group study reveals 25% of parents with young children reduce working hours due to childcare expenses.
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.
State of real estate experience 2024 report highlights workspace quality challenges
The 2024 State of REX report by HqO highlights challenges in workspace quality, with a focus on the importance of high-quality, sustainable office spaces to boost productivity and employee engagement.
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.
