Scottish Water faces industrial action in nationwide pay dispute
In the opening phase of action at Scottish Water, Unite will hold a standby ban and a ban on contractual overtime over two consecutive weekends.
Tees Valley Scholarship to boost skills training for low-carbon energy sector
Applications are now open for the scholarship which aims to train a new generation of skilled workers in key industrial roles.
BBPA calls for urgent Government action as nearly 300 pubs close down in 2024
The industry body reported there were 289 closures in the past year, which equated to more than 4,500 job losses alone.
Prime Minister to make £200m investment in Grangemouth, launches training guarantee for refinery staff
The funding will be available for co-investment with the private sector to help unlock Grangemouth’s full potential.
Lack of manager training puts 13 million UK workers’ wellbeing at risk, report finds
Research from the Workforce Institute indicated that managers have a greater impact on employee mental health than doctors, therapists, or even spouses.
Young employees report higher burnout and stress levels – Avilio
The survey revealed that 42% of employees aged 18 to 34 experienced burnout in the past year.
BAE Systems reports £0.8bn pension surplus with contributions set to fall in 2025
The company contributed £407m to its pension schemes in 2024, including £156m in US schemes.
Two-thirds of ethnic minority doctors in Scotland witness racism at work, BMA finds
The survey revealed that 64% of non-white doctors have either experienced (41%) or witnessed (23%) racist incidents.
Britain faces potential Nando’s shortage due to strike action, union warns
The warning comes as workers at the restaurant chain’s main poultry provider, Avara Foods, are considering strike action.
AI improves work-life balance for 61% of business leaders, report finds
Tech.co highlighted how AI is transforming the way senior leaders approach their responsibilities by automating routine tasks.
One in five think their employers should do more to keep them safe – Mitie
This comes as half of women (44%) and a fifth of men (21%) said they feel unsafe in the dark, even when commuting to work.
University of Strathclyde Unite members confirm two-week strike action
The development follows an attempt by the university to amend its initial pension proposals without consulting the union.
