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TSSA members at Translink to strike over pay during Open Championships
Hundreds of TSSA members will walk out on 18th July and 19th July 2025.
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Pensions & Retirement
Nearly half of farmers plan to seek financial advice amid pension concerns – NFU Mutual
The study found 36% of all customers planned to seek financial advice soon, rising to 48% among farmers.
Inclusion, Equality & Diversity
Stonewall launches ‘Proud Employers’ programme to boost LGBTQ+ inclusion at work
Simon Blake OBE said: “Proud Employers will support workplaces in LGBTQ+ inclusion and enable them to demonstrate their commitment.”
Pensions & Retirement
FBU calls for wealth tax as firefighters face more pension cuts
Steve Wright said: "The FBU will fiercely resist any attempt to attack the pensions of firefighters and other public sector workers.”
Education & Training
City & Guilds partners with Cognassist to deliver personalised learning for colleges
The partnership allows providers to deliver personalised learning at scale, based on each learner’s cognitive profile.
Education & Training
ISS UK reaches £1m milestone in apprenticeship levy gifting
More than half of the funds went to apprenticeships for young people and individuals with disabilities, mainly in care homes and disability support.
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Government launches £100m boost to help thousands with disabilities into work
The funding is part of the Government’s broader “Get Britain Working” initiative, which aims to overhaul the employment support system, modernise Jobcentres, and ensure well-paid job opportunities are available across the country.
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Workers still struggling with living costs – The Work Foundation
One in six workers said they struggled to pay their bills each month, and two in five said they had little money left for savings or holidays.
Politics
Acas welcomes Employment Rights Bill amendments on bereavement leave and NDAs
The new measures include formal bereavement leave entitlements for individuals who experience pregnancy loss before 24 weeks, as well as restrictions on how NDAs can be used in the workplace.
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Q Branch Consulting secures NHS mental health contract
Jenny Jarvis said: “We were really happy to be chosen to work with the NHS and use our brand and human transformation expertise on something that is so important."
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VC-funded entrepreneur and former ELLE editor join forces on career crafting event
'The Pivot' will focus on career confidence and "mastering the art of spin," to make the most of opportunities in the current climate.
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Weavr teams up with Visa to bring flexible employee benefits cards to SaaS HR platforms
By working with Visa an associate member, Weavr will now allow SaaS companies to use Visa-powered financial products in their platforms.