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One in 15 small business owners plan to work on Christmas Day, research finds
Research from MoneySuperMarket found 51% plan to close for the festive break, while one in five (20%) said they feel guilty taking time off.
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Uber offers NHS staff discounted rides and meals for Christmas Day
Uber said the offer recognises healthcare workers who spend Christmas caring for patients instead of celebrating at home.
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68% of workers save annual leave for Christmas, research reveals
According to data from Robert Walters, one in four workers said they now “struggle to find days” to book off in December due to demand.
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60% of workers dislike Secret Santa, finds Jukebox Marketing
The report found most employees (78%) would rather have a cash bonus than a Christmas party or gift.
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Logistics and distribution make up one in five seasonal jobs, data reveals
Data from CV-Library found that one in five festive roles came from the sector, with an average hourly wage of £15, making it the tenth highest paid.
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Investing in children’s pensions could boost retirement savings – Standard Life
Investing £300 each Christmas into a child’s pension from birth to age 18 could create a pot of £7,390 by age 22.
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Every year around 2.5 million unwanted Secret Santa gifts go straight in the bin – worth over £32 million
This year, only 44% of UK employees will participate in Secret Santa, down from 50% in 2023.
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47% of companies cancel Christmas parties due to HR concerns, research finds
Skillcast, a compliance training provider, urged businesses planning events to be prepared due to recent changes in worker protection laws.