Zoe Wickens

Just 36% of employers said they believe a benefits platform makes it easier for employees to make use of their benefits, according to the latest research by employee benefits experts at Everywhen. It surveyed 500 UK HR decision makers, and found that 36% of employer respondents said they believe a benefits platform makes it easier

Horsham District Council has achieved White Ribbon accreditation as part of its commitment to preventing harassment, abuse and violence against women and girls. The accreditation was created by White Ribbon UK, a charity that engages men and boys to prevent violence against women and girls. It provides organisations with a structured approach to create positive

Quakers in Britain has received Good Business Charter accreditation as part of its commitment to treat its employees fairly. The Good Business Charter was founded to highlight organisations that aim to combine commercial success or public service with fair and responsible practices. Developed by the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), Trades Union Congress (TUC) and

Admiral Group has announced that it will award more than 13,000 employees free share awards worth up to £1,800. The car insurance to loans group is headquartered in south Wales. The employees will each receive the share awards under the group’s staff share schemes. The share awards are based on its interim 2026 results. While

Around 400 workers employed by bus maker Alexander Dennis based in Scarborough have begun further strike action in a dispute over pay. The workers are members of trade union Unite. The organisation is owned by Canadian bus manufacturing group NFI. The staff have rejected a 4% pay rise offer from Alexander Dennis, and will be

A fifth of employees who would like to work flexibly have said that they are not offered the chance to do so, according to research from Health Shield Friendly Society. It surveyed 2,000 UK employees for its latest Britain at work study. The findings highlighted that 20% of employee respondents said they are not offered

Bank of Ireland has appointed James Magill chief people officer. Magill will start in the role in November and join Bank of Ireland’s group executive committee. He joins from Vodafone, where he most recently served as human resources director for Vodafone EU Markets and Group Commercial. Here, he has responsibility for people, organisation and culture

Workers employed by Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group in Cambridge have accepted an improved pay deal, ending the threat of strike action. The workers, who are are highly skilled engineers and members of trade union Unite, have accepted a 5.75% increase on their base pay and allowances as part of the improved deal. The group

BNY supports current and future employee homeowners with a homeowner programme benefit. In April, the global financial services platforms firm launched a homeowner benefit for its around 19,000 US-based employees, aimed at helping them navigate the homeownership journey and address affordability challenges. Through the programme, eligible staff with qualifying compensation of $100,000 (£74,271) or less

Global information and insights firm TransUnion has been recognised as a menopause-friendly accredited employer in the UK. The accreditation, which is awarded by menopause workplace services provider Menopause Friendly, is a recognised mark of commitment for employers to create a workplace where employees experiencing menopause feel supported, valued and understood. In order to achieve accreditation,