UK employees suffer from a lack of workplace appreciation compared to their global counterparts
The UK reported the lowest Appreciation Index scores (61.8 out of 100) against the U.S. and Australia, and below the global average of 65.
Micky Adriaansens appointed chair of Nyenrode Business University
Micky Adriaansens, former Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate, has been appointed chair of Nyenrode Business University, effective 1st February 2025.
‘Plan for Change’ to deliver jobs and growth in fusion industry
Researchers developing fusion energy receive a record £410mn investment, helping to kickstart economic growth.
83% willing to whistleblow, only 64% come forward, research finds
Protect found that 83% of UK workers said they would be willing to raise concerns if they witnessed wrongdoing at work.
Early intervention is key to combat mental ill-health – GRiD
Katharine Moxham said: “If Blue Monday is said to be the most depressing day of the year for staff, it’s worth sparing a moment to think about how those who are already struggling with their mental health might be feeling at this time."
Towergate urges employers to support mental health all year, not just Blue Monday
Employers should view Blue Monday as a prompt to take action to support employees' mental health throughout the entire year.
Aon names Matt Duffy as chief commercial officer for global benefits
Matt Duffy returns to Aon from Mercer Marsh Benefits and will lead the development and execution of the Global Benefits commercial strategy.
Organisations prioritise payroll technology over human expertise but seek balance
Over half of payroll leaders now value technology over human expertise, but new research from CloudPay highlights the need for a balanced approach to achieve efficiency and compliance.
AACSB Deans Conference to explore AI, digitalisation, and geopolitics in reshaping business education
Over 700 business school deans will convene in Las Vegas from 3rd–5th February for AACSB International’s annual Deans Conference, focusing on the transformative impact of AI, digitalisation, and geopolitics on business and higher education.
Frankfurt School’s real estate programmes gain RICS accreditation
Frankfurt School of Finance & Management’s Master in Real Estate and Executive Diploma in Real Estate Economics programmes have received prestigious Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accreditation, enhancing global career prospects for students.
Andy McDonald raises worker status issue at PMQs
Andy McDonald has called for a single worker status to end exploitative practices and boost Treasury revenues by £10bn annually, highlighting gaps in the Government’s Employment Rights Bill.
Millions in England face challenges accessing dental care, with working-age population most affected
New analysis from Broadstone reveals that 5.9% of England’s working-age population haven’t seen an NHS dentist in over two years, and 4.9 million people of working age do not have a dentist at all.
