Pensions UK appoints Sarah Sim as executive director
Sim will be responsible for evolving the member experience, growing and diversifying income, and working towards the Pensions UK 2030 Ready Strategy.
Half of low-paid workers use foodbanks as real living wage rises, data finds
Research by the Living Wage Foundation found 42% of low-paid workers used foodbanks in the past year, rising to 56% for those with dependent children.
SEO specialists most in-demand freelancers in UK, research reveals
Tide’s Global Freelancer Report showed that graphic designers were in demand in England and Northern Ireland, photographers in Wales, and copywriters in Scotland.
Allyship at work drives 90% productivity boost, study finds
The report, carried out by LGBT Great, found that 75% of employees said visible allyship from senior leaders was important.
Many employers expect rise in industrial action due to new union rights – CIPD
Over half (56%) said working with trade unions could be beneficial, and 79% rated relations between managers and workers as good or very good.
International SOS and Sancroft support sustainability goals in global workforce mobility
International SOS has joined forces with sustainability consultancy Sancroft to help organisations embed sustainability into their global mobility and travel policies.
Majority of adults prioritise certainty in retirement income, finds LV=
Flexibility was important for 31% and growth for 27%, but stability came out on top.
CII and PFS awards reveal top apprentices in insurance and financial planning
Nicola Stacey, president of the CII, said: “Those recognised have demonstrated professionalism, technical excellence, and a commitment to continuous development."
CIPD reveals annual conference and exhibition line-up
The event will focus on practical ways for people professionals to address key workplace challenges.
Pensioners could boost retirement income by tapping into housing wealth, data finds
Research from Fairer Finance for the Equity Release Council found that 51% of households aged 60 and over could have a better and longer retirement by using equity release.
Centrica to open £35m net zero training academy in Leicestershire
The site will train thousands of engineers every year in skills like installing heat pumps, EV chargers, solar panels and battery storage.
October and November named most productive months for workers – Employment Hero
Data showed annual leave in October was at its lowest since March, with most people back into routine.
