Should you be encouraging your employees to frequent the office more?

The number of job vacancies are falling as more people are looking for work, show the latest ONS labour market statistics.

As the cost of living crisis continues, employers must recognise the importance of supporting their employees during these challenging times. From both a business and human perspective. Financial stress can significantly impact employee wellbeing, job satisfaction, and productivity. As a result, many organisations are taking steps to provide support and alleviate some of the financial concerns faced by their staff. Beyond being morally right to support employees during times of …

Today a shocking report from PayCaptain has highlighted the significant hidden mental and financial pressures Brits are facing when it comes to covering expenses on behalf of employers against the backdrop of the rising cost of living.  The report details how 40 percent have taken out loans or had to use credit cards as a result of paying for company expenses, with a further 37 percent remaining out of pocket after being …

Two-thirds of UK professionals have “quiet quit” their jobs and are only putting in the minimum of what is required of them in their roles, according to a new survey by Lanes Group plc. The results of the new Job Satisfaction Survey of 2,080 UK professionals, carried out by one of the UK’s leading employers in the drainage and wastewater sector, showed that 67% of those polled say the term …

The number of fit notes issued, along with a rise in long-term sickness is prompting firms to look at their absenteeism rates and ensure they have the right technology in place to manage and reduce this, according to Activ People HR. Recent analysis of data by employment law firm GQ|Littler found that the number of fit notes issued by NHS medical professionals hit a record high of 10.4m, increasing 11% …