Workloads remain the leading cause of stress for HR professionals – Ciphr
The results from a survey of over 270 UK HR decision-makers found that just 6.3% of people in HR roles never experience stress at work.
Jersey hits record 64,790 jobs as public sector employment surges
Of these, 54,910 were in the private sector and 9,880 in the public sector.
Care workers should have access to greener and cheaper transport, report argues
Free e-bikes, discounted bus travel and other incentives are needed to encourage low-paid workers to use green transport, according to Campaign for Better Transport's latest report.
Micro-credentials emerging as key driver of career success, report finds
Coursera's report revealed that a majority of students and employers now see these targeted certifications as essential tools for career readiness and advancement.
Business confidence moves to its highest level since before the Budget – IoD
Headcount expectations recovered for the second month running from -4 to +3, the first positive reading since September 2024.
Financial services employees increasingly concerned about benefits packages, finds Zest
97% of financial services firms said that company perks are now one of the first things they are asked about by new candidates.
Hybrid work is here to stay, but offices remain essential – ISS
According to the study, 81% of employees currently operate within a hybrid work arrangement.
UK leads in AI adoption, but faces growing divide between startups and large enterprises – Amazon
According to Amazon's Unlocking the UK’s AI Potential 2025 report, AI usage among UK businesses jumped from 39% to 52% in the past year.
Trustee boards lack youth and diversity, survey finds
The The Charity Commission and Pro Bono Economics survey found that there were slightly more black trustees under 60 (7%) than in the general population (5%).
Failure to offer workplace flexibility risks long-term decline, says Aalto University study
New research from Aalto University shows companies that fail to adapt to employee needs risk burnout, higher turnover, and weakened organisational performance.
Improved paternity leave could boost economy, says JRF
Increasing Statutory Paternity Leave from two weeks to six weeks at 90% of average weekly earnings could deliver a £2.68bn boost to the wider economy.
Annuities understanding rises by 25% among over-50s, misconceptions remain – Standard Life
Research revealed that the number of people correctly identifying that lifetime annuities provide a guaranteed income for life rose from 39% in 2023 to 49%.
