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Payroll stress is piling up. Are HR teams at risk?
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Payroll stress is piling up. Are HR teams at risk?

Manual payroll is taking a toll on HR teams, impacting both wellbeing and productivity. But are businesses underestimating its stress-inducing effects?

HR 6 months ago
Why legal expertise is critical for startups in 2025
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Why legal expertise is critical for startups in 2025

A successful startup is not only about creating an idea and bringing it to life with a good team. It may sound obvious, but it also requires very careful attention to legal aspects. With the growth of different technologies, legislation is becoming even more complex and diverse.

HR 6 months ago
Employment Rights Bill proposals need meaningful consultation
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Employment Rights Bill proposals need meaningful consultation

The CIPD is urging the UK Government to consult thoroughly with employers to ensure that proposed changes to employment law don’t negatively impact organisations or workers.

HR 6 months ago
Workplace sexual harassment training surges in wake of allegations and new legislation
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Workplace sexual harassment training surges in wake of allegations and new legislation

In recent months, allegations of sexual misconduct by high-profile figures have dominated the headlines in the UK. From the ongoing police investigation into historic claims of rape and sexual abuse against former Harrods owner, Mohamed Al-Fayed, to the litany of accusations of inappropriate behaviour against BBC Presenter Greg Wallace, it seems that some of the most powerful institutions in our country are still grappling with how to identify and prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.

HR 6 months ago
77% of SMEs plan overhaul of employee benefits
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77% of SMEs plan overhaul of employee benefits

Over three-quarters (77%) of UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) surveyed plan to revamp their employee benefits packages to attract and retain top talent, address workforce challenges and tackle economic pressures, according to Employee Benefit Trends in UK SMEs, a new report from Howden Employee Benefits, in partnership with YouGov.

HR 6 months ago
More employers report disability representation among staff
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More employers report disability representation among staff

There has been a significant increase in the number of employers who report on the proportion of their staff with disabilities, according to research from GRiD. In 2023, only half (50%) of employers said that they collect information on the proportion of disabled people in their workforce, but this has risen to 71% in 2024, an increase of 21 percentage points on 2023.

HR 6 months ago
86% of global firms provide wellbeing support to cut absences
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86% of global firms provide wellbeing support to cut absences

Absence prevention and getting employees back to work are the key reasons companies with overseas employees offer health and wellbeing support, according to research by Towergate Employee Benefits.

HR 6 months ago
Tech hiring to grow in 2025 amid job security concerns
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Tech hiring to grow in 2025 amid job security concerns

Nearly half (46%) of IT and tech hiring managers planning to expand their teams with permanent, full-time employees, with technology hiring is expected to increase in 2025, according to recruitment firm Robert Half. Additionally, 25% aim to recruit contract talent for project-based needs and growth initiatives.

HR 7 months ago
One in five employers don’t encourage utilisation of employee benefits
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One in five employers don’t encourage utilisation of employee benefits

Nearly one in five (18%) employers leave employee benefits take-up to employees to initiate themselves instead of actively encouraging staff to use the benefits available to them, according to research from GRiD, the industry body for the group risk sector. GRiD highlights the potential waste of time and resources in investing in benefits if utilisation is not encouraged.

HR 7 months ago
How GenAI can aid inclusive hiring practices
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How GenAI can aid inclusive hiring practices

AI-driven recruitment tools have transformed the way employers can discover new talent. But there’s a problem. Employers and candidates alike have sparked concerns about inherent bias contained in some tech-enabled recruitment systems.

HR 7 months ago
Manual payroll causing ‘payroll paralysis’ for UK employers
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Manual payroll causing ‘payroll paralysis’ for UK employers

New research has revealed a significant yet often overlooked source of stress for employers: manual payroll. For some, it’s causing ‘payroll paralysis’.

HR 7 months ago
Quarter of UK companies missing out by not benchmarking benefits
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Quarter of UK companies missing out by not benchmarking benefits

Research by Towergate Employee Benefits shows that over a quarter (26%) of employers are missing out by not benchmarking the benefits they offer to their workforce, in comparison to those offered by other companies. The research also reveals that just 40% of companies benchmark by sector, 37% by location, and only 30% by size of company.

HR 7 months ago
The founder’s guide to UK employment law
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The founder’s guide to UK employment law

Hiring your first employees marks a major milestone for any startup, reflecting your business's growth. However, expanding your team requires a deeper understanding of HR processes and employment law to avoid common pitfalls. Sally Gwilliam, Employment Partner at Harper James talks you through the essential areas you need to know as your business grows including employment status, contracts, HR compliance, IP protection, and dealing with resignations.

HR 7 months ago
IT professionals blame the ‘skills gap’ for new hire struggles
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IT professionals blame the ‘skills gap’ for new hire struggles

A notable 41% of IT professionals are struggling to hire qualified candidates due to a ‘significant’ skills gap in the industry, with only 12% reportedly unaffected by this gap. That’s according to new data from SolarWinds, a provider of simple, powerful, secure observability and IT management software.

HR 7 months ago
Over a third of international employers lack sufficient benefits, impacting recruitment and retention
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Over a third of international employers lack sufficient benefits, impacting recruitment and retention

According to Towergate Employee Benefits’ research, over a third (37%) of companies with employees based outside of the UK stated that they do not offer enough health and wellbeing support and that this impacts their ability to recruit and retain people.

HR 7 months ago
Workplace wellbeing crisis: 83% of professionals report poor mental health at work
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Workplace wellbeing crisis: 83% of professionals report poor mental health at work

83% of professionals state they’ve experienced mental ill health at work in the past 12 months – with more than a quarter encountering it ‘regularly’.

HR 7 months ago
UK employees' wages to outpace inflation for the first time since the pandemic
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UK employees' wages to outpace inflation for the first time since the pandemic

While UK inflation has notably declined over the past year, the sharp rise in the cost of living in previous years continues to impact individuals and businesses. As a result, salary budgeting for 2025 might be a challenging task for companies. To provide a helpful resource for next year’s salary budgeting process, UK-based pay and reward consultancy 3R Strategy has now launched its 4th Global Salary Planning Report.

HR 7 months ago
Employers place increasing importance on ESG credentials of employee benefit providers
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Employers place increasing importance on ESG credentials of employee benefit providers

Employers are placing increasing importance on the Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) credentials of employee benefits providers when it comes to selecting a partner for their organisation, according to research conducted by GRiD, the industry body for the group risk sector.

HR 7 months ago
1,300% increase in demand for remote GenAI talent
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1,300% increase in demand for remote GenAI talent

The demand for specialised tech talent is rising sharply, with the International Data Corporation predicting that over 90% of companies will face IT skills shortages by 2026.

HR 7 months ago
Fuelling growth: How employee benefits are powering UK startups
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Fuelling growth: How employee benefits are powering UK startups

Startups are as vital as ever to the UK’s economy, with nearly 860,000 new companies registered at Companies House between 2022 and 2023.

HR 8 months ago

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