£1bn investment to secure 300 jobs in North Wales
Cabinet Ministers from both Governments will visit the historic industrial centre of Wales to meet with members of Eren Holdings, which acquired Shotton Mill in 2021.
“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."
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.
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.
Government outlines laws to protect against repeat of P&O ferries scandal
The Employment Rights Bill has introduced new protections specifically devised for seafarers.
Employment Rights Bill to address unfair dismissal, parental bereavement, statutory sick pay
The bill will bring forward 28 individual employment reforms, from ending exploitative zero hours contracts and fire and rehire practices, to establishing day one rights for paternity, parental and bereavement leave.
Government to fast-track plans to boost access to CDC pensions
CDC pension schemes, first introduced to the UK in 2022, enable savers to pool their money into a single fund to share investment risk and longevity risk.
Employees to keep 100% of earned tips as new law comes into effect
Employers are now required by law to pass all tips, gratuities, and service charges on to workers, without deductions.
DWP Minister reiterates desire for roadmap to pension contribution increases
Sir Stephen Timms MP said he would like to see the Government set out a timetable for increasing pension contributions from their current 8% minimum.
Skills England launched to address skills shortages and boost economic growth
New body, Skills England, aims to meet the skills needs of the next decade, tackling shortages and driving growth across the UK.
Employment Rights Bill confirmed in King’s Speech
The King's Speech introduces the Employment Rights Bill to enhance workers' rights, banning zero-hour contracts, ending 'Fire and Rehire', and making flexible working the default.
‘Doom loop’ in health and care must stop, says UNISON
UNISON calls for urgent action to address the 'doom loop' in health and social care, urging better funding and staffing to support the sector.
