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.
Widespread sexual harassment reported by NHS staff
UNISON's recent survey uncovers disturbing levels of sexual harassment within the NHS, with staff reporting incidents of assault, unwanted advances, and exposure to inappropriate content.
Hybrid working linked to fewer promotions and pay rises, with men more affected
According to the University of Warsaw researchers, employees working entirely from home are 11% less likely to be promoted and 9% less likely to receive a pay rise compared to those who work full-time in an office.
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%.
