Budget threatens the future of company car schemes, predicts MHA MacIntyre Hudson

The Budget on 21 March could include an “aggressive” clampdown on company car taxation, threatening the fleet industry, according to accountancy firm MHA MacIntyre Hudson.

A third of staff think managers don't care about workplace wellbeing, finds British Heart Foundation

More than third of employees believe their bosses don’t care about their happiness and wellbeing in the workplace, according to the British Heart Foundation (BHF).

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NHS staff improved by internal competition but damaged by competition with private hospitals

Competition between NHS hospitals improves their efficiency and can save significant amounts of money, but allowing NHS hospitals to compete against private providers has not produced the same...

Pay rises on the increase but employers still uncertain over future salary agreements, finds CIPD

Despite rising unemployment, the last quarter has seen pay intentions reach their highest level since spring 2009, according to a survey of 1,000 employers, commissioned by the CIPD.

A John Lewis economy: will an increase in employee ownership boost business growth in the UK?

Deputy prime minister Nick Clegg has announced plans to create a “John Lewis economy” by increasing employee share-ownership schemes and making it easier for employers to take part.

Building emotional skills for the future world of work

It’s clear that the application of emotional intelligence (EI) can provide significant benefit to industry.

Loughborough University and Macmillan Cancer Support launch guide to help working cancer carers

Loughborough University has launched a resource for Macmillan Cancer Support to help cancer carers manage their work demands.??

Cost management and pensions auto-enrolment top the employee benefits priorities, finds Aon Hewitt

The three most pressing benefits issues facing employers are managing cost; addressing low levels of employee engagement; and dealing with legislative changes, according to Aon Hewitt.

Mental health special 2/2: a personal account of living and working with a mental health condition

A common mantra in mental health circles is that, with occupational support and a successful treatment plan, people with a mental illness can be productive and dynamic members of a diverse workforce.

No end in sight for pay squeeze this year, predicts Hay Group

UK workers will face a continuing squeeze on real pay over the next 12 months, as organisations cut costs amid continuing economic uncertainty, according to a report from global management consultancy...

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Mental health special 1/2: The onus is on employers to take care of stress issues

The economic downturn has exacerbated workplace stress and mental health problems – but they should be seen as part of a much longer term trend that has grown hand-in-hand with modern working...

Government picks independent to investigate growing employee ownership

Norman Lamb, the newly appointed business minister, has appointed Graeme Nuttall as the Government’s independent adviser on employee ownership.