CIPD calls for reskilling as older workers face limited training and pension shortfalls
The organisation said older workers are being left behind as jobs change or vanish due to shifts such as AI and the net zero transition.
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NHS sickness data shows average nurse took entire week off sick last year due to stress-related illness
NHS data shows UK nurses are taking significant time off due to stress, with the RCN calling for urgent governmental and leadership action to address the deepening workforce and mental health crises in the nursing profession.
Health and wellbeing increasingly pivotal in UK employment landscape
Debra Clark, head of wellbeing at Towergate Health & Protection, emphasised the changing dynamics: “The research confirms something of which we have long since been aware: that salary alone is no longer enough to attract and retain the best talent."
Argent Energy to close Scottish biodiesel plant, risking 75 jobs
Unite calls for Scottish government action as Argent Energy plans to close its Newarthill biodiesel plant by the end of May, putting 75 jobs at risk and challenging Scotland's green jobs strategy.
UK experiences notable rise in retirement age, outpacing the USA
A new study reveals the UK has seen a greater increase in retirement age than the USA over the last two decades, ranking 22nd globally according to OECD data analyzed by AgeCalculator.com.
MPs call for work rights for asylum seekers after six months
A new cross-party report recommends allowing asylum seekers in the UK to work six months after arrival and criticises government policies for pushing migrants into poverty.
Pension shortfall looms for workers leaving the workforce early
Exiting the workforce early could reduce one’s pension by up to £150,000, warns Standard Life.
Compensation & Benefits
CPT partners with C9 Recruitment to offer discounted staffing services to members
The deal is aimed at bus and coach operators across the UK, with the offer covering recruitment for drivers, engineers, and back-office staff.
Majority of Gen Z considering second jobs to survive, research reveals
The study, based on responses from over 5,600 working adults, found that financial pressure is the biggest motivator for all generations for driving the uptake of side hustles.
Recruitment & HR
Aftermarket employers return to in-person hiring as GCA reports surge in field roles
Glen Callum Associates’ Q2 2025 report highlights a rise in field-based roles and increased demand for cross-sector talent in the automotive aftermarket.
Lancashire firm celebrates 98% employee satisfaction
After welcoming 12 new members of staff over the last year and a projected annual growth of 100%, the Envirovue team enjoyed a weekend of adventure to celebrate the positive feedback across a selection of categories.
Half of resident doctors face joblessness as training bottlenecks deepen, BMA warns
The findings have prompted the doctors’ union to escalate its dispute with the Government to include urgent demands around training placements.
Job postings fall by over 40% since 2023 following NIC rise – Jooble
Major cities including London, Manchester and Birmingham saw vacancy numbers drop by 60% to 75% compared to 2023 levels.
Inclusivity, Equality & Diversity
Co-op launches prisoner rail apprenticeships to cut reoffending and tackle skills gap
The scheme aims to help fill rail skills shortages and cut reoffending by giving prisoners a chance to earn a Level 2 rail engineering qualification before release.
Linear careers not only “an anachronism,” never existed for women in the first place – The Pivot
Speaking at the first of a series of events combining networking, workshops and fire-side chats, Rachael Twumasi-Corson and Natasha Bird examined changing career trajectories.
Government to miss jobs target without more disabled workers, warns Resolution Foundation
Louise Murphy said: “The Government should do more to incentivise firms to employ disabled people, especially those who have been out of work for long periods.”
PFS launches £1m ‘Pathway to the Profession’ scheme to attract talent into financial services
The programme aims to give aspiring financial services professionals the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed at the start of their careers.
Technology
Pearson and HCLTech partner to deliver AI-driven upskilling for global workforce
The deal will see Pearson use HCLTech’s engineering and digital tools to create new AI-powered training, assessment and workforce analytics products.
MARCH rolls out bespoke digital apprenticeship
The scheme is designed to create a consistent training pathway across the company’s sites, focusing on digital skills for industrial automation.
Expert warns of cybersecurity risks for employees accessing work systems while abroad
As millions of workers prepare to head off on their summer holidays, cybersecurity experts at FLR Spectron have highlighted the risks of staying connected to work.
Health & Wellbeing
Growing number of employees turn to alcohol to manage work pressures, research reveals
Nearly two-thirds of workers admitted to using alcohol as a coping mechanism for work-related stress.
British workers feel guilt about taking time off, research reveals
SD Worx found that 77.4% of employees in the UK said their organisation trusted them to work responsibly and not misuse remote working.
Stress ranked as top cause of workplace incidents for UK&I workers
Most workers said they felt safe at work, with 82% agreeing, but 44% said they or a relative had experienced a workplace incident or illness.
Ignoring workplace safety rules puts jobs at risk, expert warns
Josh McNicholas from Evalu-8 EHS said: “Making sure all employees are familiar with health and safety rules, and have access to reporting tools, is essential.”
Employee Relations
Majority of NHS staff reject pay offer and back strike action, Unite ballot shows
Sharon Graham said: “The NHS can’t be repaired while the government continues to erode pay and drastically cut NHS budgets.”
Half of Welsh workers face sexual harassment at work – TUC Cymru
The survey reported 43% of men and 48% of women had faced sexual harassment in the workplace.
Hilton, Aviva, Savers among UK’s Best Workplaces for Women 2025
A total of 330 businesses from sectors like financial services, retail, tech, and education made the list after staff said their workplaces were inclusive and fair.
Coventry Building Society recognised as one of the UK’s best workplaces for women
The society ranked 12th out of the 50 ‘super large’ organisations on the list revealed today.
Global HR
Firms failing to use global mobility strategically, warns Vialto
Only 23% of firms said their mobility function was either 'strategic' or an 'influencer' in business matters.
Out of sight, not out of value: Unlocking global talent beyond the office
Matt Monette, country manager UK&I at Deel, shares how embracing global remote talent is essential for building stronger, more diverse teams.
Weavr teams up with Visa to bring flexible employee benefits cards to SaaS HR platforms
By working with Visa an associate member, Weavr will now allow SaaS companies to use Visa-powered financial products in their platforms.
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.