81% of employers plan to increase number of employees overseas – Everywhen
A quarter are looking to do this within the next 12 months, and 72% within five years.
Latest
Office workers sceptical about AI benefits, reveals Ivanti report
A new Ivanti report shows office workers are six times more likely to view generative AI as benefiting employers over employees, with many concerned about job security and the real impact on productivity.
Unhappy employees take significantly more sick days, impacting UK economy
A report by WPI Economics, commissioned by Unum UK, highlights the economic impact of unhappy employees taking additional sick days, costing the UK economy an estimated £11 billion annually in lost productivity.
Indeed’s “AI at Work Report” finds GenAI will impact almost every job in America
Indeed, the world’s #1 job site and a leading hiring platform, today released Indeed’s AI at Work Report, providing an in-depth look at how GenAI (generative artificial intelligence) will impact jobs and the skills needed to perform them.
Compensation & Benefits
NEU to ballot teachers and support staff over strike action
The union’s national executive confirmed the decision on Saturday, 9th May, with ballots for staff in state-maintained schools set to open on 3rd October and close on 15th December.
Senior doctors in England balloted for industrial action
The ballots for consultants and specialist, associate specialist and specialty (SAS) doctors opened today, 11th May, and will run for eight weeks, closing on 6th July.
Recruitment & HR
One in three Gen Z workers have signed NDAs after workplace injury, study finds
Censuswide and National Accident Helpline found that 29% of workers in London had signed NDAs linked to workplace injuries.
Volvo Trucks study highlights recruitment barriers in zero-emission transport sector
Volvo Trucks research has identified low awareness, industry stereotypes and inaccessible recruitment practices as barriers preventing more diverse talent entering the heavy vehicle sector.
Virgin StartUp urges founders to prioritise wellbeing amid burnout concerns
Virgin StartUp’s latest Founder Barometer found that while 38% of founders said taking a break improves their mental health, many still struggle to prioritise wellbeing.
Permanent job placements fall as temp hiring rises in April – REC
The survey, compiled by S&P Global, reported a modest rise in temp billings for the first time in three months, as some employers preferred flexible staff.
Inclusivity, Equality & Diversity
Wiltshire Council approves £10.4m programme to help more residents into jobs
The programme aims to help residents with health conditions, disabilities or other complex barriers move into long-term work.
WEC launches inquiry on flexible working and disability
MPs on the cross-party committee will look at how flexible working policies, laws and guidance affect disabled workers and jobseekers.
37% of BSL users lose Access to Work support despite unchanged needs, data finds
RNID and DeafATW found nearly three quarters (73%) of respondents and 76% of BSL users said their latest award helped them stay in work.
Alstom launches internship scheme to boost job prospects for SEND students
The scheme, run in partnership with Derby College, gives students hands-on experience as they work on the CrossCountry Voyager refurbishment project.
Technology
Recruitment teams under pressure as hiring trends reshape talent strategies – Oleeo
Charles Hipps, chief executive officer of Oleeo, said hiring processes are being fundamentally redesigned as recruitment teams struggle to keep pace with demand.
Two-fifths of SME employees take on cybersecurity responsibilities beyond job description
Uswitch Business Broadband found that 37% of SME employees said cybersecurity was not part of their role when they started their job.
People’s Pension launches digital inclusion webinars with Good Things Foundation
The initiative comes as millions of adults across the UK continue to face digital exclusion, including around 7.9 million people who lack basic digital skills.
Health & Wellbeing
Over half of employees say NHS delays impacted their work – Health Shield
More than one in five employees said NHS waiting times or access to treatment significantly affected their ability to work.
Busy Bees wins RoSPA Gold award for commitment to staff health and safety
Anna Hickman said this achievement is a testament to the dedication of its teams who ensure that health and safety remains its utmost priority every day.
BMA warns advanced practitioner deployment risks patient safety
81% of doctors said the way advanced practitioners currently work in the NHS is a risk to patient safety.
Workplace language around miscarriage and IVF can worsen emotional strain, doctor warns
Dr Abhijit Kulkarni, consultant at Create Fertility, said experiences such as IVF and miscarriage should not be viewed in the same way as temporary illnesses.
Employee Relations
Employee recognition in focus as Vertu honours long-serving Ascot employee
The Vertu Masters Awards celebrates excellence across the business, with more than 7,800 colleagues considered for recognition.
Noisy offices fuelling health crisis as employers fail to act, research warns
Oscar Acousitcs found that nearly a quarter (24%) of office workers have taken time off due to noise-related stress.
Over half of employees experience imposter syndrome at work, MyPerfectCV finds
51% of employees said like they are “faking it” at work at least sometimes, projecting more confidence or competence than they genuinely feel.
74% of employers concerned employees not saving enough for retirement, data finds
Data from People's Pension found a third (32%) of employers said younger employees are most likely to opt out of workplace pensions.
Global HR
CEOs continue to prioritise AI and profitability amid geopolitical uncertainty – EY-Parthenon
The survey of 1,200 CEOs across 21 countries revealed that more than half (56%) now view geopolitical risk as the biggest threat to their business over the next 12 months.
TomTom rolls out HowNow AI skills platform to boost workforce agility
The company brought in HowNow as part of a two-year people strategy to reshape learning and give employees skills-driven development paths.
Everywhen joins Brokerslink to boost international employee benefits for UK clients
Brokerslink said Everywhen’s experience allows them to meet network members’ clients’ needs in the UK and contribute to the Brokerslink employee benefits community.
Revolut Business launches GlobalHire to streamline international hiring
GlobalHire moves candidates from contract to onboarded in two to five days and automates compliance and payroll.