The UKs competitiveness in attracting global talent is being damaged by the low level of disposable income at senior level, according to a study by management consultancy Hay Group.

More than nine out of ten HR managers (91%) still feel offering a pension scheme helps them become a responsible employer and 89% believe it is their duty to help staff prepare for retirement.

A British Youth Council (BYC) delegation is to meet with the Low Pay Commission next week to continue to press its case on an equal minimum wage for all ages.

The minimum weekly pay for apprentices is to rise from 80 to 90 from August 2009.

Cash-strapped workers are risking their health because they cannot afford the rising price of medical check-ups.

Developing a company eyecare policy - Your options & legal obligations

Childcare Vouchers - What makes for a successful scheme?

Government wants more co-ownership - whereby staff own a minor, but significant, stake in their companies. But is such high level of share ownership a good thing? Peter Crush investigates.

The tax benefits of workplace nurseries compare favourably with those for childcare vouchers and make them a cheaper alternative for working parents. So why do so few exist?

NHS Direct is to provide eye care vouchers to all of its 3,300 visual display unit (VDU) users.

As mutual financial services provider LV= has found, technology and outsourcing can allow even smaller companies the opportunity to offer flexible benefits packages. Alison Clements reports.

There is doubt about the effect on morale and loyalty of rewarding employees with gifts at the festive season. Robert Gray looks at which ones work and suggests 10 of the best.