Southern Water transitions company cars to EV
The contract, worth £33m, will also see EV charging points installed at 36 work sites, as well as the homes of certain employees.
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Gamified wellbeing app cuts chronic pain and health risks in workplaces, study reveals
The study, run by YuLife with Broadstone and the University of Essex found staff using the platform reported a 70% improvement in chronic pain symptoms.
Purposeful office design: The frontline of the employee wellbeing crisis
Alex Kerr discusses how employers can ensure their offices earn the commute.
R2c launches time recording feature to boost employee efficiency
Ash Connell said: "By providing transparency and real-world data, they can make better decisions when it comes to running their workshops."
CBRE receives ‘Carer Confident’ accreditation for employee support
Judges looked at the company’s structured process, the involvement of carers in policy development, and the support and resources on offer.
Government to fund 100 master’s scholarships in AI and STEM
Students will also get access to work placements and mentorships, including at the UK’s AI Security Institute.
Camden tops UK startup rankings as London dominates but smaller regions show resilience
A new study by Startup Voyager has ranked the UK’s best places for startups, with Camden, Islington and Hackney leading the pack—but smaller areas like Shropshire and Highland top survival rates.
Compensation & Benefits
Nearly half of employers lack oversight on car allowance spending – Tusker
The report showed 46% of businesses had no oversight, raising concerns over cost control, emissions reporting and duty of care.
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.
Recruitment & HR
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.
Ministry of Defence achieves renewed CIPD recognition for HR excellence
The achievement reaffirms its commitment to developing a high-performing people team, underpinned by the CIPD’s professional standards and values.
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."
Financial services jobs and growth driven by regions outside London – TheCityUK
Over the past 10 years, the sector saw its workforce grow by more than 326,000, with more than half of those jobs outside the capital.
Inclusivity, Equality & Diversity
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.
Supporting women at work delivers clear economic benefits for everyone, says experts
Dr Beccy Cooper said: “Women’s health is not just a workplace issue, it’s a public health issue."
RNIB selects Unily as accessible employee experience platform
The partnership is part of RNIB’s strategy to provide an inclusive work environment for all employees, including those with sight loss.
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
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.
Norwich tops searches for ‘Sunday Scaries’ – YuLife
The study revealed that Manchester was the least anxious city with only 48 searches per 100,000, followed by London with 59 and Durham with 78.
Success of 10-year health plan hinges on fixing workforce shortages and valuing staff, says BMA
The BMA stressed that “a fundamental shift in the way doctors are valued – financially and culturally” is essential to reverse years of declining pay, burnout, and a high number of doctors leaving the profession.
44% of Gen Z workers distracted at work due to financial stress
The Boostworks survey of over one thousand 18 to 28-year-olds found that Gen Z workers are facing significant financial strain, and are increasingly turning to employers for practical support.
Employee Relations
Employees buy out WISEONE mortgage brokerage
Employees at Cheshire-based WISEONE mortgage brokerage have recently bought out the firm’s two co-founders.
Government sets out phased plan to boost rights for half of all UK workers
The plan, set out today (1st July 2025) will phase in key changes from late 2025 through to 2027.
65% of financial services firms now offer paid volunteering, study finds
Research from Royal Voluntary Service found 86% of finance businesses see volunteering as important to their company purpose and ESG goals.
Siemens Mobility staff record over 1,200 volunteering hours across nine communities
Rob Morris said: “The dedication shown by our teams across the country is a testament to our shared values and sense of community.”
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.