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'Make a difference' | Employers urged to step up support for staff facing domestic abuse
Five years on from Domestic Abuse Act, campaigners say firms must provide support training...
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'They have a duty' | More than 6 million UK managers don't have mental health training
New research reveals 6.1m UK workers with line management responsibility are not prepared for conversations...
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'More than policy' | The Very Group gains menopause friendly accreditation
The Very Group, which operates digital retailers Very and Littlewoods, has been accredited as a menopause...
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Keep Britain Working | TfL joins government review to tackle sickness absence
TfL joins Gov scheme as figures show nearly 419,000 sick days and rising long-term health concerns among...
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‘Responsible employer’ | Waitrose defends sacking worker who confronted Easter egg shoplifter
The retailer has faced calls to reinstate a worker who was sacked for tackling a shoplifter - but says...
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'Inspired' | National Lottery operator Allwyn gives parents of critically ill children 12 weeks' paid leave
Allwyn UK, operator of The National Lottery, has introduced a new policy to support colleagues in the...
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Culture change | 'Sickfluencers' online trend concerns HR, but employers urged not to make assumptions
A growing social media trend is raising fresh concerns for employers, as influencers share advice on...
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‘The extra mile’ | Lloyds Banking Group expands 'incredible' support for foster carer employees
One employee said becoming a foster carer has only been made possible because of the bank's 'incredible...
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Signposting | Millions are missing out on work perks they're entitled to
Wellbeing, lifestyle and learning and development benefits are among the most overlooked, HR leaders...
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'Tech-related stress' | NHS digital transformation was meant to ease pressure on staff - it may be doing the opposite
Stress from the introduction of digital technologies across the NHS is “significantly” associated...
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'Concerning reading' | NHS staff report increasing pressure on staffing levels, wellbeing & engagement
A new survey of NHS staff shows worsening workforce experiences across several areas, including staffing...
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Absenteeism | GP fit note system 'under huge strain' as employers urged to take more responsibility
The UK's fit note system is “under huge strain”, with GPs increasingly carrying responsibility...
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'Worrying lack of knowledge' | Employers are failing to support neurodiversity at work, Acas warns
More than a third of workers say their employer is ineffective at training managers to support neurodiversity...
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'Serious concerns' | London Underground drivers set to strike over four-day week plans
The RMT union says the Underground has refused to negotiate amid 'serious concerns' about fatigue, safety...
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'Major gap' | 6 weeks' paternity leave for working dads could create £3bn in benefits to UK
Institute for Policy Research Policy Brief highlights economic and wellbeing benefits of extending provision...
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‘Physical aggression’ | World's best restaurant Noma defends culture after bullying allegations
Noma has responded after allegations from former staff members that Head Chef René Redzepi subjected...
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Risk assessment | 2 in 3 firms not formally assessing workplace stress despite HSE scrutiny
UK businesses are overlooking a key health and safety risk despite increasing regulatory focus on workplace...
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‘Physically demanding’ | First Bus to offer staff paid leave for IVF treatments
The transport operator's Director of Employee Engagement said the coverage will lead to a 'healthier,...
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Recognition | What Employee Appreciation Day says about modern recognition
Employee Appreciation Day highlights a gap between praise and real support, as research shows workers...
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'Thrive at work' | Government launches landmark gender pay gap & workplace menopause action plans
Large employers are being encouraged to publish action plans outlining how they will tackle gender pay...
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