PensionBee calls for Government action amid Pensions Commission relaunch
PensionBee said current rules still leave many workers out of automatic enrolment, making it hard for them to save for retirement.
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44% employees now handling expenses at work – Findity
In its latest 'State of expense management report 2025', Findity, tracked the evolution of expense management across ten international markets.
ABP appoints Rachael Parr as group HR director
Parr previously worked at Electricity North West as the people and corporate services director.
Trip.com Group introduces additional three days of paid childcare leave
This initiative, which takes effect immediately, is expected to benefit over 10,000 employees globally, reinforcing the company's commitment to supporting working parents and promoting work-life balance.
School merger proposal risks funding and job cuts, says GMB
Under the proposal, Harefield Infant School and Harefield Junior School will merge to create a single primary school.
London Borough of Harrow selects Zellis for payroll processing
Just six months into the partnership, the Council has already reduced payroll processing time by 50%.
Nine in 10 workers unhappy with pay as it does not meet their needs, Payfit finds
The discontent came as employees reportedly work longer hours than their European counterparts, while almost a third of workers wished their pay better reflected the work.
Compensation & Benefits
60% of adults rank PMI as top workplace benefit – Howden Life and Health
Howden’s research found that 27% of adults have paid for private treatment themselves in the past five years.
EZOO calls on EV community to champion electrification for World EV Day
Salary sacrifice provider EZOO is urging staff, customers and EV drivers to share positive experiences and challenge misconceptions as part of World EV Day.
Recruitment & HR
Hounslow Youth Council launches recruitment drive for young people
Samia Chaudhary said: “The HYC is a powerful example of what can happen when we listen to young voices and empower them to deliver."
78% of Gen Z would join employers that prioritise mental health, research finds
Research by CERIPH and ERIC found 49% said they preferred a hybrid work model.
HBF launches college partnership to help construction students secure jobs
Builders will help shape course content, lead workshops, support classroom learning, offer work placements and host site visits.
SELECT backs Scotland’s Housing Emergency Action Plan, warns of skills shortage
Jim Cooper said: “I genuinely feel the industry will be in a critical period if it doesn’t ensure that enough skilled labour is coming through."
Inclusivity, Equality & Diversity
Benefit Cosmetics named among 2025 Best Workplaces in Retail, Hospitality & Leisure
Other large and super large firms listed were Encore, Hilton, Hugo Boss, Savers Health and Beauty, Shake Shack UK and Specsavers.
Blake Morgan and Suzy Lamplugh Trust partner on workplace safety
The partnership will see a series of online and in-person sessions designed to help employers understand their legal duties around harassment.
Money stress remains top barrier to workplace inclusion – moneyappi
Ray Law said: “Employers who address this gap head-on will help build a fairer, more inclusive workplace where everyone has the chance to thrive.”
NHBC launches 30 trainee roles to address house building skills shortage
The roles are open to applicants of all ages and backgrounds to help increase diversity in house building.
Technology
Ciphr launches real-time HR and payroll integration
The cloud-based system lets users work in real time in both HR and payroll, even at busy payroll times, without affecting pay run data.
Grassroots Recruitment launches Hiring Insights Reports to improve hiring decisions
These reports use live data and Grassroots’ sector knowledge to give employers a clearer picture of the local recruitment market.
Deloitte Legal partners with Legora to deliver AI solutions for legal sector
The two businesses plan to make legal services more efficient and deliver better results for clients.
Health & Wellbeing
Automotive charity Ben expands support amid job losses
With UK automotive suppliers announcing thousands of redundancies, Ben is raising awareness about its 'Work, health and wellbeing' support.
Most employers base wellbeing strategies on health and safety, study reveals
87% of employers said their wellbeing strategies were grounded in health and safety.
Two-fifths of workers want a sabbatical, finds Aegon
The gap was biggest among Gen X, with four times as many interested than had taken a break.
14% of employees value quirky office features for job satisfaction – Mitie
46% said uncomfortable or badly designed offices led to job dissatisfaction, while 40% pointed to poor amenities and a lack of breakout rooms as issues.
Employee Relations
Rygor Group secures Great Place to Work recognition for fourth year
Rygor Group has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the fourth consecutive year, with employees praising its values, rewards and culture.
51% of employees feel disconnected under hybrid working – IRIS Software
Only 9% of 18 to 24-year-olds saw hybrid working as a top workplace benefit.
Union engagement gives firms the edge on new employment rights, says UNISON
Christina McAnea, general secretary at UNISON, said: “The reforms are popular, long overdue and exactly what this country needs."
MARCH appoints first chief people officer
In her new role, Jo Pick will lead MARCH’s people strategy, focusing on team development and career progression.
Global HR
MAN Truck & Bus partners with TUM Venture Labs to boost mobility innovation
MAN Truck & Bus has formed a strategic partnership with TUM Venture Labs to strengthen collaboration with deep tech start-ups and advance mobility innovation.
Linklaters appoints Lynne Burns as CPO
Burns will lead the people function globally from London and work closely with Aedamar Comiskey and Paul Lewis.
UK records sharp decline in hiring plans – ManpowerGroup
The UK recorded the sharpest drop in planned hiring globally, down 17 percentage points year-on-year and 8 points on the quarter.
Teesside University Online expands global reach through FutureLearn partnership
The deal will see TU Online’s undergraduate, postgraduate and certificate programmes promoted and available through FutureLearn.