CIH president launches campaign to boost resilience among housing professionals
The campaign will run throughout Julie Haydon's year in office and aims to help housing professionals build a resilient mindset.
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UNISON Health Conference highlights concerns over NHS insourcing practices
At UNISON's health conference, debates revealed concerns about insourcing practices within the NHS, highlighting how private companies are often brought in, potentially compromising staff conditions and not necessarily improving service delivery.
UNISON calls for increased flexible working in the NHS
Following a survey, UNISON advocates for more flexible working practices within the NHS to help retain and attract staff.
easyJet cabin crew to receive 20% pay rise by May 2025
Unite union negotiates a significant pay rise for easyJet cabin crew, including a 20% basic pay increase and additional benefits by May 2025.
Prime Minister announces crackdown on retail crime, retail worker assault to be made criminal offence
New government crackdown targets retail crime, making assaulting a retail worker a standalone criminal offence.
Survey reveals water workers face increased abuse amid sewage dumping concerns
A survey links rising abuse of water sector employees to public outrage over increased sewage dumping incidents.
NI’s unpaid carers ‘left behind’ in new UK employment law, campaigners warn
People providing unpaid care for sick or disabled family members or friends in Northern Ireland have been ‘left behind’ by a new employment law that came into force in the rest of the UK last week, campaigners have warned.
Compensation & Benefits
Mothers face £120,000 earnings loss over a decade, ONS data reveals
According to the ONS, women experience an estimated £65,618 loss in earnings over the five years after their first child, with further reductions of £26,317 after a second and £32,456 following a third.
Carrow Insurance launches accident and health cover for UK employers
The specialist MGA introduced products for corporate personal accident and business travel, group personal accident, and tailored corporate illness benefits.
Recruitment & HR
Thousands with health conditions to get work support as advisers join GP surgeries – DWP
Over 40,000 more sick and disabled people are set to receive employment support following a £167.2m investment in the Connect to Work programme.
Brighton & Hove and West Sussex councils secure funding to support people into work
Emma Daniel said: “Everyone deserves the chance to thrive in work, and I am really pleased to see that in-work support is provided as part of this programme."
Movera expands HR leadership team with two senior appointments
Nichola Dixon and Neil Martin have joined Movera’s HR leadership team, taking on key roles to strengthen the company’s people strategy and support future growth.
TUI launches Cabin Crew Apprenticeship programme
The scheme is open to up to 16 external candidates aged 18 or over, who meet standard cabin crew qualifications and pass all checks.
Inclusivity, Equality & Diversity
Compass Group UK & Ireland supports over 500,000 people through social mobility programme
Building on this, Compass has launched ‘Mission to a million: Forward Together’, aiming to support a million people by 2030.
Sizewell C funds Suffolk scheme to boost youth career chances
The scheme, Beyond Boundaries, aims to get young people ready for apprenticeships, further education, and jobs.
Devon County Council launches ‘Brighter Futures’ plan to support young people
The plan focuses on young people, those with special educational needs and disabilities, and others struggling to find their way into training or work.
LIBF and The Mortgage Mum launch scholarship to boost mortgage industry talent
Under the scheme, LIBF will fully fund three places on its CeMAP qualification, and successful applicants will receive mentoring and career support from The Mortgage Mum.
Technology
HubStar acquires Spica Technologies to streamline hybrid workplace management
By joining forces, HubStar and Spica will now provide a unified system that covers workplace experience, operational data and AI-based planning.
Ciphr Payroll wins Software Product of the Year at CIPP Awards
The platform was also shortlisted for Software Innovation Product of the Year.
Coventry University calls for action to address AI skills gap in automotive sector
The report found widespread shortages in software, AI and embedded systems, along with gaps in mechanical, electrical and power electronics engineering.
Health & Wellbeing
Adaptable Human Project co-founder calls for science-led approach to tackle workplace stress
Ahead of International Stress Awareness Week, Sam Wones of the Adaptable Human Project urges employers to take a research-based, practical approach to employee wellbeing using the organisation’s TREAT Protocol.
88% of businesses concerned about impact of long-term sickness – MetLife UK
A similar number (86%) also expressed concern about short-term sick leave.
Workplace drinking pressures drive up sick days for young workers, finds IPPR
24% of workers said they sometimes felt pressured to drink, rising to 38% among 18 to 24-year-olds.
RedArc urges early intervention as modern life drives rise in mental health challenges
RedArc has highlighted the growing strain on mental health caused by modern-day pressures such as heavy workloads, family demands, social media, and global uncertainty.
Employee Relations
EE staff pledge record 45,000 volunteer hours to support UK communities
Staff have pledged to help with projects such as educating students, parents and teachers on online safety.
BSI warns of AI-driven decline in entry-level jobs as businesses prioritise automation over skills investment
Research by BSI reveals that nearly half of global business leaders are using AI to cut headcount, with entry-level roles most at risk and SMEs expected to play a key role in future skills development.
70% of Gen Z say multiple income streams are essential for financial security – Fiverr
More than half (57%) believed the old way of working in one job would soon be out of date.
Most businesses now allow employees to work abroad – Grant Thornton UK
The survey found 77% of mid-market firms had a policy for international remote working in 2025, up from 59% in 2023.
Global HR
TMF Group launches payroll platform to streamline HR administration
TMF Optix uses artificial intelligence (AI) to provide intelligent analytics, global reporting, AI-powered dashboards and optimised data management.
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.