Finance and property firms dominate 2025 UK Social Mobility Awards shortlist
Lloyds, Knight Frank, and Coventry Building Society are among the financial and property firms shortlisted for this year’s UK Social Mobility Awards.
How personalised coaching elevates EDI strategy for leaders
Serena Palmer, founder of Serena Consulting, discusses how personalised coaching helps leaders champion meaningful EDI change.
Boots, LSEG, Savills among winners of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award
This year’s winners came from a range of industries including finance, healthcare, retail, local Government and construction.
Stonewall launches ‘Proud Employers’ programme to boost LGBTQ+ inclusion at work
Simon Blake OBE said: “Proud Employers will support workplaces in LGBTQ+ inclusion and enable them to demonstrate their commitment.”
Siemens Mobility UK & Ireland recognised for inclusion efforts LGBT national awards
Marko Feulner said: “This reflects the incredible work our employee network does in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves."
Over 60 adults with learning disabilities secure work through Milton Keynes scheme
MK SNAP’s Enable programme provides tailored training and support for adults with learning disabilities, helping them develop workplace skills.
University of Wolverhampton DSN makes shortlist at Employee Network Awards
The DSN is up for ‘Outstanding Ability Network of the Year’ at the Employee Network Awards.
307 employers earn ERS Silver Award for supporting armed forces staff
The scheme recognised companies that went beyond their armed forces covenant promises, supporting reservists, veterans and military families in the workplace.
NEAS retains Disability Confident Leader status
Karen O’Brien said: “It’s not just about meeting standards, it’s about living our values every day and making sure everyone has a seat at the table."
GATES urges employers to hire more disabled workers to expand talent pool
Councillor John Adams said; "We need to do more to support disabled people into the workplace and to gain new skills."
Currys leaders recognised for ongoing work in workplace inclusion
Paula Coughlan and Michelle Gorringe-Smith were named as advocates for change for their work on inclusion and diversity in the retail sector.
Half of UK workers with MS felt forced to stay in jobs that harm their health, research reveals
Nearly a third (26%) said better employee benefits, including occupational sick pay, would have supported them to remain in work.
