Exploring the critical importance of flexible workers, Julia Kermode provides insights into their impact on the UK’s economic landscape. Her analysis highlights key issues related to…
Author: Sam Allcock
Stress has surpassed financial stress, affecting workforce health and productivity.In 2014, the UK lost 11.3 million working days to stress-related issues.HR professionals face challenges balancing employee…
Barclays is reportedly planning to cut up to 30,000 jobs by 2017 as part of its cost-cutting strategy and corporate reorganization.These potential layoffs could affect one…
Sickness absence costs UK employers approximately £29 billion annually, stressing the importance of employee health.Recognizing absence problems is crucial for employers, often unnoticed without systematic tracking.Engaging…
The Employment Appeal Tribunal has confirmed that an employer’s request for a shorter jilbāb is not discriminatory.This tribunal decision emphasizes that workplace health and safety requirements…
Activ Absence, an innovative Welsh software developer, surprises HR managers with unique cool bags.The company aims to highlight the ease of managing staff holiday planning with…
A legal dispute alleges unwarranted bag searches of Apple employees, leading to significant controversy.The case was initiated by Amanda Friekin and Dean Pelle as a class…
Grant Thornton’s strategic investment in Belfast heralds a new era of growth and opportunity for the city.The firm has announced the creation of 71 new jobs,…
Activ Absence has announced a significant collaboration with a compliance system provider to host a vital webinar on UK immigration laws.The free training session aims to…
Business managers are advised to consider hiring workers over 50 to manage sickness absence effectively.A BITC Report finds significant differences in sickness attitudes between age groups,…