Visier launches AI-driven HR assistant Vee to all customers
Visier releases Vee, an AI-driven HR assistant, offering instant, secure workforce insights integrated with Microsoft Teams.
Younger generations hit hard by health impacts of financial stress, finds Benenden Health
Benenden Health's study reveals significant health impacts of financial stress on younger UK generations, with many struggling with increased stress and sleep issues.
Gateley launches diversity, equity and inclusion compliance audit
The launch of the DEI audit comes at a time where legislation relating to diversity, equity and inclusion is increasing for employers.
5.7 million face ‘carers penalty’ – women most of all, says TakingCare
Women are expected to bear the brunt of caring responsibilities, particularly for ageing parents.
UK public views hiring ex-offenders as positive for society, Novus study finds
A recent Novus study reveals strong public support in the UK for companies that hire ex-offenders.
Equality must be the norm, not just box-ticking – Aston University
The 'Aston means business’ podcast is presented by journalist Steve Dyson, and Professor Sharma is deputy dean of people, culture and inclusion at the University’s College of Business and Social Sciences.
easyJet cabin crew to receive 20% pay rise by May 2025
Unite union negotiates a significant pay rise for easyJet cabin crew, including a 20% basic pay increase and additional benefits by May 2025.
Survey reveals water workers face increased abuse amid sewage dumping concerns
A survey links rising abuse of water sector employees to public outrage over increased sewage dumping incidents.
South West health workers secure lump sum after strikes
Following strikes, South West health workers in Wiltshire and North Devon secure a minimum £1,655 lump sum bonus, with UNISON calling for equal treatment for all health workers.
Business leaders predict AI to necessitate new workforce skills, says World Employment Confederation report
Recent research by the World Employment Confederation uncovers concerns among business leaders about upskilling employees in the face of AI advancements.
Bright Network survey reveals students’ use of Generative AI in job applications
A Bright Network survey reveals that over half of students are using generative AI to aid their job applications.
Ministry of Justice considers legal changes to encourage organisational apologies
The Ministry of Justice, alongside Lord Bellamy KC, has initiated a consultation aimed at updating legal frameworks to facilitate apologies from organisations to individuals they've wronged, particularly spotlighting child sexual abuse cases.
