Employers must act now to prepare for new bereavement leave rules, says expert
Helen Dyke, senior employment solicitor at Harper James, said: "These changes will inevitably create new obligations and challenges for employers."
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Web3 salaries surpass traditional finance by up to 128%, says Request Finance
Web3 finance professionals earn up to 128% more than traditional finance counterparts, according to a Request Finance survey.
State Pension could become unsustainable by 2035, says Adam Smith Institute
The Adam Smith Institute warns the State Pension could become unsustainable by 2035, urging urgent reforms to prevent fiscal crisis.
Fuel shortages expected in North West and Scottish borders as tanker drivers strike
Tanker drivers to strike over pay disparities, causing fuel shortages in North West and Scottish borders. Strikes scheduled for 6-8 June and 13-15 June.
Virgin StartUp launches new digital community for early-stage founders
Virgin StartUp launches a new digital community for early-stage founders, offering mentorship, workshops, and exclusive perks.
UK gender pay gap narrows by 0.4% in past year but will take 45 years to close, says PwC
PwC research reveals the UK gender pay gap has narrowed by 0.4% over the past year, but significant challenges remain in achieving gender pay parity.
Indeed appoints Maggie Hulce and LaFawn Davis to new leadership roles
Indeed appoints Maggie Hulce as chief revenue officer and LaFawn Davis as chief people and sustainability officer, effective immediately.
Compensation & Benefits
RedArc helps 62% of IP claimants return to work within three months
For those who had been claiming for less than three months, this figure rose to 79%.
Research reveals gaps in health and wellbeing support for overseas employees
The Towergate Employee Benefits research found that only 36% of companies tailored their health and wellbeing offerings depending on the country where employees are located.
Recruitment & HR
SDC Trailers to host recruitment open day at Toomebridge facility
SDC Trailers is inviting jobseekers to a recruitment open day on 19th July as it looks to fill multiple production roles across its Northern Ireland sites.
Zenopa appointed to manage permanent recruitment for Werfen UK
The agreement means Zenopa will look after all permanent recruitment for Werfen UK’s commercial and operational roles.
Just Mortgages to host recruitment event for aspiring self-employed brokers
The event is aimed at mortgage professionals who are looking for more flexibility and support as they move to self-employment.
58% of employers face difficulty in hiring skilled mid-level workers – Robert Walters
Chris Eldridge said: “Our findings emphasise the risks employers face when they hastily reduce entry-level and graduate intakes."
Inclusivity, Equality & Diversity
NDAs to be banned for silencing workers over harassment and discrimination
The new rule will make any confidentiality agreement that tries to block workers from speaking about these issues invalid.
MSP Capital champions women’s mental health at property professionals’ lunch
Held at The Nici Hotel & Spa on the town’s West Cliff, the ‘Property and Paradise’ lunch was a chance for attendees to network and help raise money for a mental health charity.
Bullying, discrimination and harassment of LGBT+ workers remains pervasive, warns TUC
The warning comes as TUC analysis found over half a million (558,500) LGBT+ people have faced bullying, discrimination and harassment at work.
Asda staff receive major enhancements to family leave benefits
Hourly paid staff will now receive 26 weeks of paid maternity or adoption leave, up from 12 weeks.
Technology
Penny reunites over £500m in lost pensions for UK savers
David Henderson said: "Our technology empowers individuals to find and consolidate their pensions easily — helping them feel in control of their financial future.”
TUC Cymru welcomes plans for worker-led transition to AI
TUC Cymru has welcomed First Minister Eluned Morgan’s announcement that a re-elected Welsh Labour Government will place workers and unions at the centre of its AI and digital technology strategy.
Mediazoo joins ‘Skills Symphony’ to meet upskilling workplace needs
Skills Symphony will offer a range of learning and training services, from design and delivery to technology and management.
Health & Wellbeing
Hills Homes Developments win national award for employee wellbeing hub
Pamela Hunt said: “This award reflects our commitment to fostering a culture where wellbeing is not just a priority, but a core part of how we operate."
25% of women sexually assaulted at work, Unite survey finds
Over half (56%) had received sexually offensive jokes and unwanted remarks, 43% had been inappropriately touched.
Most menopause workplace statistics outdated or misleading – Open University
Deborah Garlick said: “We see a lot of statistics and headlines published, but not all ‘facts’ are created equal. It’s crucial to understand which ones hold water.”
Blurred lines between work and home impacting SME productivity, data shows
Joe Phelan, business bank accounts expert at money.co.uk, said: “Small business owners face a growing challenge: the ‘infinite workday’ is stretching hours and draining productivity."
Employee Relations
Survey reveals scale of sexual harassment as UK tightens workplace laws
Six in ten women say they have experienced workplace sexual harassment, with most choosing not to report it.
Employees buy out WISEONE mortgage brokerage
Employees at Cheshire-based WISEONE mortgage brokerage have recently bought out the firm’s two co-founders.
Mitchells & Butlers named ‘Top Apprenticeship Employer for 2025’
MCFT, Smailes Goldie, MDS, PM+M Solutions for Business and Forbury Gardens Day Nursery were the top five SME employers.
Employment protections ease worker anxiety but barely impacts economic growth – Resolution Foundation
The research found 2.4 million workers across Britain were very anxious about sudden changes in their shifts.
Global HR
British Safety Council celebrates winners of International Safety Awards 2025
The awards recognised 789 organisations from 45 countries for their efforts in preventing workplace injuries and work-related ill health in 2024.
Government targets global experts with £54m fund to fill UK skills gap
The Global Talent Taskforce is set up to focus on bringing in researchers, entrepreneurs, investors, managers, engineers and creatives.
Deputy appoints Ciaran Hale as chief technology officer
Hale will work with the product, data and platform teams to strengthen technology foundations and develop solutions for shift-based businesses.
infinitSpace to open second Berlin workspace in partnership with PATRIZIA
Flexible workspace provider infinitSpace is expanding in Berlin with a second site, opening in August 2025, in collaboration with global real asset manager PATRIZIA.