Government told save the DB pension

Over 1,000 defined-benefit (DB) schemes could be forced to close because of the recession.

Third sector unprepared for 2012 pensions legislation

Almost two thirds (63%) of charities have not taken into account the impact 2012 pensions legislation will have on their organisation.

NorthgateArinso launches automotive division

NorthgateArinso has broken into the company car arena with the launch of a new division specialising in automotive solutions.

BP awards eco-friendly fleet management

BP is to recognise efforts made by car and van fleets that are proactively striving to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

HR/Vebnet Reward Survey: personalised perks work best

Employers have been warned to go the extra mile in communicating their employee benefits and tailor their plans to the individual needs of their workforce in order to make their benefits spend go...

Fleet managers given more say on car policy

A growing number of fleet managers are being given more control over fleet suppliers, goods, services and overall policy.

SMEs spend 950 million too much on benefits

It is estimated small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could be wasting 950 million a year in employee benefits.

Malmaison explains its benefits offering in Polish

Malmaison has seen a 60% increase in engagement with its employee benefits scheme after introducing online videos explaining benefits in English and Polish.

Future of in-house pension staff uncertain

In-house pension staff could be at risk of redundancy this year as almost two-thirds (53%) of pensions professionals think outsourcing non-core functions would become more popular in 2009.

PMI industry leaders to talk about information flow

The private medical insurance (PMI) industry is to hold a discussion panel to address the issue of transparency of claims information.

Dont increase National Minimum Wage, says BCC

The British Cambers of Commerce (BCC) claims UK businesses will be unable to afford any increase in the National Minimum Wage this year and is urging the Low Pay Commission to recommend it be kept at...

TUC wants link between state pension and wages

As the UK celebrates the centenary of the first state pension payouts, the TUC has called for the Government to restore a link between state pension and earnings.