Michelle Cox receives lifetime achievement award for fighting workplace discrimination in healthcare
The awards celebrated the achievements of healthcare professionals working towards greater diversity, equity, and inclusion across the sector.
Half of population positive about living longer, but worried about quality of life, finds Canada Life
More than two-thirds (69%) said that retiring in their sixties would become a thing of the past, 25% disagreed that living longer meant that working longer.
“Horrow show” hike to NI contributions could add thousands to employer costs, lead to lower wages – Hargreaves Lansdown
Morrissey said: "The Budget is just over two weeks away and employers are gearing up for a Hallowe’en horror show if employer National Insurance rates get hiked."
Younger workers save 10% of wages to pension, twice as much as older employees – Royal London
The younger age group is more likely to be taking advantage of employer-matching contributions (51%) compared to those aged 50 and above (38%).
Number of payrolled employees up year-on-year despite monthly drop – ONS
The UK employment rate for people aged 16 to 64 years was estimated at 75% in June to August 2024.
Senior staff less likely to report cybersecurity threats than entry-level – Skillcast
Nearly half of UK workers (48%) would not immediately report a phishing email, with 41% delaying the reporting of compromised work passwords.
Government launches Industrial Strategy to boost high-quality jobs
Jonathan Reynolds and Rachel Reeves published a green paper to drive long-term growth in key sectors that is sustainable, resilient and distributed across the country.
Women have £60 in pensions for every £100 saved by men at 55, menopause key factor – Royal London
Ahead of World Menopause Day, Clare Moffat commented on the impact on women’s working lives, and the implications for their pension.
3,800 young people take part in CII and PFS virtual work experience
The programme was designed to bring the insurance and personal finance professions to life for young people.
Majority back regulated introduction of targeted retirement support, finds Aegon
These findings come as the Government and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) consult on plans for regulated firms to provide 'targeted support'.
Budget shake-up could negatively affect pension planning – Hargreaves Lansdown
Tax-free cash was reduced to a maximum of £268,275 by the last Government, prompting further speculation as to whether it would be eroded further in future.
PIMFA awards celebrate diversity and inclusion initiatives in financial services
Originally created in 2021, these awards aim to inspire organisations and individuals within wealth management and financial planning.
