It could take 40 years to close the Gender Pay Gap – Isio
It could take another 40 years to close the Gender Pay Gap at the current rate of improvement, analysis from Isio has revealed.
UNISON members write to MPs over NHS pay
UNISON is escalating its campaign for the Government to open talks on NHS pay.
Payrolled employees drop in Northern Ireland as median edge up in December 2024
The median monthly pay for employees rose to £2,291, an increase of £2 (0.1%) over the month and £139 (6.5%) over the year.
Strongest real wage growth since 2005, despite cooling jobs market – Resolution Foundation
The Resolution Foundation estimated the employment rate for those aged 16 and over is now 61.1%.
Two in five businesses to hire more contractors following Budget, BDO warns of tax risks
BDO warned that unless they qualify as a ‘small business’ under the Companies Act, they will be subject to the tax rules for off-payroll labour.
Old Bailey cleaning staff to be outsourced
Cleaning staff at the Old Bailey represented by GMB Union have been informed that their roles will be outsourced to OCS, a private company.
UK will only become an AI superpower with major public sector tech investment, says Scott Logic
Addressing foundational challenges in technology infrastructure is crucial to realising the economic benefits of AI integration.
Unite warns of industrial action as Bidfood faces backlash for union derecognition
Bidfood's clients that could face disruption include including schools, prisons, the army, Subway, Five Guys and Manchester United.
78% of Irish employers have mandatory retirement policies, survey finds
Only 10% of employers were found to have trained their staff on age inclusion, or how to lead the five generations now engaged in the workforce.
Employment remains steady at 74.8% in Q4 2024 – ONS
ONS data showed the employment rate for people aged 16 to 64 was 74.8% between September and November 2024, unchanged from a year ago.
Northern Ireland Civil Service workers to discuss pay deal
The offer GMB received included a 3% rise from August 2024 to August 2025, then 6% from August 2025 to April 2026.
80% to 76% decline in skills, survey suggests UK’s skills gap may have passed its peak
ManpowerGroup’s Talent Shortage Survey was published today and showed a decline in the volume of organisations reporting skills shortages.
