Workers still struggling with living costs – The Work Foundation
One in six workers said they struggled to pay their bills each month, and two in five said they had little money left for savings or holidays.
Workers could see £29,000 boost under Pension Schemes Bill, Government finds
The Bill, which returns to Parliament today for its second reading, proposes sweeping reforms intended to simplify the pensions landscape, reduce costs, and deliver better returns for savers.
MPs face same sleep struggles as night shift workers, survey finds
The survey, carried out by Night Club and the universities of East Anglia and Oxford found over 40% of MPs said they were rarely happy with their sleep quality.
Workers from poorer backgrounds face increased disadvantages in top jobs, research reveals
The Queen Mary University of London and IES study found that those from less privileged backgrounds earned less and had worse working conditions than wealthier peers.
31% of workers fear change at workplaces – Right Management
Women showed higher resistance to change than men, with 34% saying they would rather keep things the same compared to 27% of men.
57% of workers feel uncomfortable using workplace toilets – Victorian Plumbing
Two in five said they only use the work bathroom when absolutely desperate, and 13% admitted they avoid it altogether.
Unite calls on employers to recognise carers in the workplace
Unite said a carers’ passport would help staff document their need for flexibility and support.
AI threatens job security and pay for creative workers, report reveals
David Leslie said: “Freelance creative workers, who experience work life without the protections that come with salaried jobs, are especially vulnerable to these changes."
Valla secures £2m to increase employee access to legal advice
The funding round was led by Ada Ventures, with participation from Active Partners and Portfolio Ventures.
University of Staffordshire offers fully funded training opportunities workers in Stoke
Martin Jones said: “We are excited to be bringing even more training opportunities to support local employers and help to upskill the city’s workforce."
Four in five workers believe social media shapes work communication, research reveals
83% said platforms like TikTok and Instagram had shaped their professional communication, which often led to more conflict and misunderstanding.
Unite deal secures two-year pay rise for East Midlands Airport refuellers
Under the agreement, the workers will receive a 6.5% pay increase in the first year and a further 3.5% uplift in the second year.
