Almost 70% employers expect rapid retreat from DEI projects, survey reveals
A survey revealed employers expect the rapid retreat from DEI projects in the United States to have an impact on the British workplaces
British Business Bank funds 209,000 businesses since 2014, report finds
The Power of 10: 10 Year Impact Report reported that the Bank has delivered over £32bn in supporting 209,000 SMEs.
Nine in 10 employers learn of neurodivergence after hiring staff, survey finds
HR Dept LTD said that candidates often avoid disclosing their neurodivergence at interview due to the fear of their success being impeded by discrimination.
Half of UK workers say employers’ actions align with ethical promises, research finds
32% said they would leave their job if their employer’s commitment to ESG principles was not aligned with their own.
Meta staff in UK raise concerns over job cuts and programme reductions
UK Meta staff express concern over cuts to factchecking and diversity programmes, as trade union Prospect warns against following Twitter's path.
Three in 10 working parents have high stress levels, research finds
The report noted a decline in workplace support for parents, with only 68% finding their employer supportive.
Gender pay gap in UK financial boardrooms narrows but remains significant
The gender pay gap across UK financial services boardrooms narrowed from 30% to 25% between 2019 and 2023, according to EY’s latest European Financial Services Boardroom Monitor
Apple board urges shareholders to reject proposal to end DEI programmes, reports
Apple’s board has recommended shareholders vote against a proposal to abolish its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, as conservative pressure mounts on major US firms to roll back such initiatives.
Unite warns of AI risk, calls for worker protections
Unite has warned that AI systems are leading to increased surveillance and creating significant risks for workers.
Tech giants Meta and Amazon scale back diversity programs
Meta and Amazon are scaling back key elements of their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, according to reports from Axios and Bloomberg.
BSI launches inquiry into the ‘hybrid generation’ of early-career workers
BSI has launched an inquiry into the impact of Covid-19 on early-career workers, focusing on the effects of hybrid working, job satisfaction, and well-being.
Reconomy commits to diversity by signing Race at Work Charter
Reconomy has signed the Race at Work Charter, committing to improve equal opportunities for ethnically diverse employees across its global operations.
