Carers UK welcomes reports that Budget may increase earnings limit on Carer’s Allowance
Research released earlier last week by Carers UK found that four in 10 carers with difficulties with the earnings limit had given up work.
38% of pre-retired DB members lack retirement planning confidence – Just Group
Around 20% of those who had started planning were prompted by communication from their scheme provider.
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.
MIMHC launches mental health Q&A series with Altruist Enterprises
The series features conversations with mental health experts, including an exclusive session with Katie Buckingham.
‘Lost’ pots could mean £13,303 in unclaimed pensions for Brits – Moneyfarm
New research from Moneyfarm has found that 29% of the nation have no idea how many pension pots they have.
Action on lost pension pots needed with £31.1bn going astray, research reveals
This is an increase from 2.8 million pots valued at around £26bn two years ago.
Geary’s opts for Elementsuite for scheduling and pay software
Geary’s Bakery produces the Jason’s Sourdough range, and has more than 500 employees working across three sites.
Ministers and unions meet amid Boeing acquisition uncertainty
Due to Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, the unions claim that workers have had no firm assurances regarding job security.
Advisers face surge in pension queries as clients anticipate Budget changes – AJ Bell
AJ Bell found that almost all advisers reported clients approaching them with questions about potential changes.
Government confirms Seasonal Worker visas to boost farming sector stability
A package of measures to provide certainty and stability to farmers and growers in the poultry and sheep sectors was announced today.
Zurich launches Group Critical Illness cover
With a maximum benefit of up to £500,000, employers can offer protection not only for employees but also for their spouses or partners, with the option to extend child benefit.
Broadstone warns FCA that ‘Value for Money’ framework may overlook key nuances
Broadstone believes the framework should take into account the different needs of members and employers.
