Operational Efficiency

Time to tackle induction in hybrid workplaces

Induction and onboarding have been challenging during the successive lockdowns, with consequences for both new starters and organisations.

Net zero workforce to create 300 million jobs

Companies shifting towards renewable energy sources will create a green collar workforce, predicted by Deloitte to create more than 300 million new jobs by 2050.

Unison demands higher fuel allowance for public sector workers

Trade union Unison has called on the government to increase mileage rates for public sector staff who rely on their cars for work.

Building fairer recruitment through D&I policy, part two

For many employers, improving diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is a key priority, with the goal of working towards fairer organisations. But too often hiring and promotion practice does not...

Salary transparency in job ads reaches six year low

The number of job ads where salary is advertised has decreased during 2022, reaching its lowest level in the last six years.

Building fairer recruitment through D&I policy

For many employers, improving diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is a key priority, with the goal of working towards fairer organisations. But too often hiring and promotion practice does not...

Co-op launches fertility leave policy for 60,000 employees

Co-op has rolled out its new fertility treatment policies for employees and their partners who are going through the process.

An end to the pay taboo - how to personalise employee compensation

At a time of stagflation and worries over cost of living and utility bill shock, it’s natural that many of us will be looking at our compensation packages and checking whether we’re receiving the...

HR horror stories: the blood-curdling problems Peninsula has had to deal with this year

It’s spooky season and no one is safe, not even the world of HR. Whether it’s the horrifying case of the green-eyed monster or safety going up in smoke, HR is always there to solve the mystery.

Cost of living leads workers to opt out of pensions

More workers are opting out of workplace pension contributions as the cost of living continues to soar.

Why redundancy should only be a last resort

Rising costs and interest rates may be leading some to look at their headcount. But there are sound reasons for finding alternatives to redundancy.  

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Firefighters win compensation in pension discrimination dispute

The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has won compensation for almost 9,000 members from the government after successfully proving that changes to firefighter pensions were discriminatory towards younger...