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Last week, all political parties published their manifestos setting out their pledges if they were to form the next Government after the general election. We have analysed all manifestos, but below, we set out what the three main parties are pledging for the general election when it comes to employment.
When we think of trade unions, maybe the first thing that comes to mind is industrial conflict: probably because these are the situations that make good newspaper headlines! But trade unions have been around for a very long time, dating back to the period where there was no welfare state:
The publication of political manifestos continues, and the fourth party to do so, is the Labour Party. So, what do we know about what the employment landscape would look like under a Labour Government? Here are the key points Introduce basic rights from day one of employment regarding parental leave,
The publication of political manifestos continues, and the third party to do so are the Green Party. So, what do we know about what the employment landscape would look like under a government led by the Green Party? Here are the key pledges: Making work fair: The Green Party have
The CIPD estimates that three million UK workers – one in nine employees – are providing some form of care to an older, disabled or seriously ill person, and this number is expected to rise. The number of carers is set to grow from six to nine million in the
The publication of political manifestos continues, and the second party to do so are the Conservatives. So, what do we know about the Conservatives commitment to business and employment under a Conservative Government? Here are the key pledges: Tax and Wages A crucial aspect of the Conservatives employment and business
The publication of political manifestos has begun, and the first party to do so are the Liberal Democrats. So, what do we know about the Liberal Democrats commitment to business and employment under a Liberal Democrats Government? Here are the key pledges: Skills Investment The Liberal Democrats’ employment and business
We’re please to announce that we have published our latest strategic HR whitepaper to help business owners understand the importance of aligning business objectives to HR principles in the modern workplace. The report states that by merging people strategy with business strategy, companies can future proof their organisation and attain
We’re excited to announce that we have been named in the Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces in the UK and Ireland. Our inclusion in this much-coveted roll call was announced alongside huge household names such as Aldi, H&M, and Slimming World. The Inspiring Workplaces Awards recognise organisations that have created exceptional
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website, designed to improve both our online presence and the overall customer experience. Developed over the past six months using WordPress, the new site aims to provide a clearer representation of our offerings and enhance user satisfaction. By investing in
Here is the Hot Topic for June 2024 and an accompanying webinar will follow, which will be hosted on 13 June 2024. Did you know, for 2022/23, the leading cause of work-related ill health was stress, depression and anxiety and resulted in 17.1 million working days lost. So, it goes
In our latest ‘General Election 2024 Insights’ news article, we consider the value of apprentices to SMEs. Political Party Commitments As all political parties continue with their campaigning for the July 4 General Election, we are hearing about how each one is committing to apprenticeships, should they win. The Conservatives,
The Summer of 2024 promises a multitude of sporting events, including the UEFA 2024 in Germany (in which England are amongst the favourites to win) which runs from 14 June to 14 July, and the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, starting on 26 July. We can also look forward
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) has published guidance on recruiting, employing and retaining people with convictions. This guidance comes at a time when the government and KPMG are urging employers to consider recruiting ex-offenders to reduce reoffending rates and stimulate economic growth. KPMG’s Initiative in Recruiting Ex-Offenders
Four years on from the pandemic and with businesses moving forward in quite a different employment landscape, we are now starting to see new and existing laws introduced that reflect this. Last month, we saw several significant developments in employment rights, with further developments in the coming months, and now,
Mental health awareness week provides a welcomed opportunity to remind ourselves of the continued importance of supporting mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. Employers are well positioned to provide and promote a mentally healthy environment, encourage people to access support early for a faster recovery and even stopping preventable
In recent years, very little has changed in terms of employment law, with any legislation introduced relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. Four years on, and with businesses moving forward in quite a different employment landscape that encompasses a more agile and flexible way of working, we are now starting to
All employees have the statutory right to request a change to the terms and conditions of their employment, where that change relates to the hours, times and/or location of their work. This is commonly referred to as a request for flexible working. What is a request for flexible working? A
According to statistics published by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) it has been identified that tragically, between 2022 and 2023, the main cause of fatalities at work was due to falls from a height. This resulted in 40 workers losing their lives. Launching the first No Falls Week This
Ahead of a full consultation, a call for evidence has been launched as part of a broader initiative to reform the fit note. Originally introduced in 2010 to replace the sick note, the fit note emphasised the benefits of returning to work and provided employers with essential information to support
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