Report calls on NHS to act now to address critical problem of its workforce's health

A sea change is needed if NHS employers are to reap the benefits of return on investment in health and wellbeing, according to an independent review of the health of NHS staff.

Overall bonuses of FTSE 100 directors still not linked to company performance

Freezing salaries and slimming bonuses for FTSE 100 directors shows reaction to the changing economic environment, but there is still room for improvement, new research shows.

More than half of defined-benefit pension schemes will be closed by 2012

More than a million employees in defined-benefit (DB) pensions will have to move into defined-contribution (DC) schemes by 2012, new research reveals.

FSA code of practice will put pressure on employers' reward strategy

The Financial Service Authority's (FSA) code of practice on remuneration will be 'critical' to creating a sustainable and effective approach to rewarding executives, according to one financial expert.

Pensions regulator to make sure pensions trustees help members make informed decisions about their pensions

The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has launched a campaign to promote better practice in defined-contribution pension schemes.

Equality and Human Rights Commission to consult employers on best way of measuring and reporting pay inequalities

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has launched a consultation on how employers in the private or voluntary sectors can measure and report their gender pay gaps.

E.on launches salary sacrifice pension arrangement

E.on, the energy provider, has launched a salary sacrifice arrangement for its defined contribution pension scheme and successfully transferred 96% of eligible staff into the option.

Barclays injects 500 million into pension following announcement of final salary scheme closure

Barclays has pumped 500 million into its pension scheme following unrest from staff at the closure of its final salary arrangement.

Best Doctors enters flexible benefits market

Employers can now offer staff health information and a medical second opinion as part of a flexible benefits package.

New rules on bank bonuses coming this week, says Financial Services Authority

Banks will have to reveal how they set pay and bonus packages according to the Financial Services Authority (FSA), which will be revealing a new code of conduct this week.

Staff well-being is worth the investment say employers

Snapshot research from employers in the public and private sectors by the Institute of Employment Studies (IES) reveals more than half believe employee wellbeing is 'more important' to them in the...

Recession causes employees to consider swapping perks for cash

Almost half of UK workers would trade in their employee benefits if it meant they took home more pay, research has revealed.