Birmingham Council cuts bin drivers pay by £8,000
Unite has said the council’s decision shows an escalation in the dispute and the council's real plans to use workers' pay as a way to cut costs.
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INTERVIEW: The Domestic Abuse Safe Leave Bill and its workplace implications
Helen Watson discusses the Domestic Abuse Safe Leave Bill – its key proposals, implications for employers, and practical steps organisations can take to comply.
Unite warns of AI risk, calls for worker protections
Unite has warned that AI systems are leading to increased surveillance and creating significant risks for workers.
UK businesses must address weather risks, says Skillcast
Employers are legally required to conduct risk assessments, with the UK experiencing yellow and amber alerts for snow, ice, and rain.
Global talent shortage to reach 85.2 million by 2030, research finds
Sarah Dennis at Towergate Employee Benefits, said: “Finding and securing the top levels of expertise and experience from around the world is becoming harder than ever."
Majority of UK workers fear burnout in 2025 amid rising costs and resource cuts
Nearly two-thirds of UK workers are concerned about burnout this year as businesses cut back on resources to manage growing employment costs, according to Robert Half's latest survey.
Office space leads commercial real estate demand surge, research finds
Rangewell's recent research found that office space is currently the most sought-after corner of commercial real estate.
Compensation & Benefits
Annuities understanding rises by 25% among over-50s, misconceptions remain – Standard Life
Research revealed that the number of people correctly identifying that lifetime annuities provide a guaranteed income for life rose from 39% in 2023 to 49%.
Salary sacrifice car schemes ranked as key employee benefit for 2025, research reveals
Research from Tusker found that 31% of HR and benefits professionals saw employee experience as the main focus.
Recruitment & HR
Employment Rights Bill putting “brakes on hiring”, says BRC
The survey of HR Directors (HRDs) of leading retailers revealed the scale of concerns about the impact of the Employment Rights Bill, which will be debated in the House of Lords today.
UK tax vacancies up 14% as firms boost hiring in response to fiscal reforms
UK tax vacancies rose 14% year-on-year in Q1 2025, with regional hiring outpacing London and strong demand for corporate, indirect and cross-border tax skills.
UK lags in workplace productivity ranking, finds Ricoh Europe
The UK ranked lowest for workplace productivity, with UK workers lagging 11% behind leaders Spain.
BBC to improve workplace culture as it publishes independent review
The report from Change Associates, found no evidence of a toxic culture, but it highlighted key areas for improvement.
Inclusivity, Equality & Diversity
IPA partners with Brixton Finishing School to widen access to advertising careers
Through the partnership, Brixton Finishing School will offer employability support and resources to schools and students that take part.
Menopause Advisory Group formed to boost workplace support
Convened by the Government’s Menopause Employment Ambassador, Mariella Frostrup, the group discussed the impact menopause can have on workers and current efforts to support women in work.
Over a third of female SME owners face gender bias – AXA UK
Research revealed that 53% of the female SME owners surveyed said they felt pressure to prove themselves more than male business owners.
Manningham Housing Association retains global diversity standard
John Mulholland said: “Manningham Housing Association is a good place to work and a good example for diversity in the workplace."
Technology
One in five schools use AI despite lack of staff training, warns GMB
More than 84% of school workers said they have not received training on Digital and Technology Standards.
One in four workers worry that AI will lead to job losses – Acas
Acas commissioned YouGov to ask employees in Britain what their biggest concerns about the use of AI were.
Zellis receives two nominations at Global Payroll Awards 2025
The ceremony, scheduled for 5th June in Warsaw, Poland, aims to celebrate commitment to excellence and innovation in the payroll industry.
Health & Wellbeing
Growing demand for sabbaticals as UK workers seek relief from burnout, says Robert Half
New research from Robert Half reveals 42% of UK employees want sabbaticals in 2025, as concern about burnout and workload pressures rises.
Caring duties leave nearly half of over 60s without pension savings – Phoenix Insights
Research revealed that among those with pension savings, carers had 17% less than the UK average, meaning a shortfall of about £37,000.
APN launches annual World Health & Safety week
The initiative is supported by the UK's eight major pallet networks, with teams at each network hub focusing on safety best practice and employee well-being.
UK records 604,000 workplace injuries in 2024, data reveals
According to the HSE, over 61,000 of these incidents were serious enough to be formally reported by employers under RIDDOR.
Employee Relations
Violence against ambulance staff hits record high, as AACE urges Government action
For the first time, annual reported incidents of violence, aggression, and abuse against ambulance personnel surged past 22,500, marking a nearly 15% increase on the previous year.
NHS staff fatigue a hidden risk to patient safety, HSSIB warns
The investigation found that the impact of staff fatigue on both patient safety and workforce wellbeing is not being addressed within current NHS systems.
North Somerset Council urges employers to book free workplace heart health checks
Nearly 1,000 checks have already been completed with more booked in, but spaces remain for workplaces to take part.
Bury Council launches community drive to safeguard young workers
The campaign is aimed at ensuring every child in work is protected and all employers are aware of their responsibilities.
Global HR
Government urged to introduce Workplace Justice Visa amid growing reports of migrant worker exploitation
The report by WoRC, entitled 'Safeguarding Sponsored Workers: A UK Workplace Justice Visa', outlined urgent reforms based on a six-country comparative study.
Language skills now critical to workforce access as EU migration rises 63%
Research from Preply revealed that a growing number of EU nations require applicants to demonstrate formal language proficiency as part of their residency and integration policies.
Burnout on the rise for Gen Z workers, as two thirds confess to not switching off from work
Click Offices analysed data from across the UK to see the impact of burnout on the workforce.
Remote work drives innovation in flexible cultures, Durham study finds
Remote work boosts innovation in egalitarian, flexible cultures, new Durham University study shows.