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Research shows too few overseas employers capitalising on gap analysis
The latest research issued today by international benefits specialists at Towergate Employee Benefits shows just 42% of companies with overseas employees are carrying out gap…
College first flexes new way to learn for busy professionals to fit around working life
Coleg Cambria is flexing a new way to learn – designed for busy professionals who need training that fits around their working lives.
Tika Launches Pioneering Perks Programme to Enhance Employee Wellbeing
Tika, the pioneering life admin app, is enhancing employee wellbeing and engagement with the highly anticipated launch of Tika Perks, designed to encourage users to…
New book ‘Maneuvering Monday’ blends story and strategy to help leaders navigate workplace challenges and drive transformation
According to CIPD’s 2024 Resourcing and Talent Planning report, a staggering 56% of organisations are grappling with rising retention challenges – a clear signal that…
Only 14% of employers have a good understanding of the full spectrum of employees’ health and wellbeing needs
Research from Towergate Employee Benefits released today reveals that only 14% of employers strongly agree that they have a good understanding of their employees’ needs…
Learning and development firm marks ten years with new leadership programme launch
York-headquartered learning and development specialist Arden Matheson is marking ten years in business with the launch of its first open leadership programme.
Vismo To Demonstrate Its New Location, QR-Code Based “Checkpoints” At GSX 2025
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, September 29 to October 1, booth #3619 – Vismo will demonstrate its new “Checkpoints”, which uses QR codes…
Government’s announcement on thousands of sick and disabled people to get life-changing support into work – GRiD comment
Following the Government’s announcement last week (Thursday 4 Sep) that thousands of sick and disabled people are to get life-changing support into work, Katharine Moxham,…
RedArc: We don’t assign blame for physical illness, nor should we for mental illness
As World Suicide Prevention Day approaches on Wednesday, 10 September, Christine Husbands, commercial consultant, RedArc commented: “‘Changing the Narrative’ is a highly appropriate theme for…
Beware of global workplace narrative on suicide, says Towergate Employee Benefits
With World Suicide Prevention Day taking place on Wednesday 10 September 2025, Towergate Employee Benefits is warning companies with overseas employees to be wary of…
World Suicide Prevention Day 10 September – GRiD comment
“While suicide prevention should be addressed throughout the year, World Suicide Prevention Day highlights the importance of collective action.
Majority of employers have not reviewed their workplace pension schemes in the last 12 months
Less than half of employers have reviewed their workplace pension scheme within the last 12 months to check that it offers value for money in…
ISH advances HR Track with acquisition of WorkCompass
Invincible Software Holdings (ISH) today announced that its portfolio company HRLocker, Ireland’s leading B2B SaaS HR platform, has acquired WorkCompass, a performance management software provider recognised for goals/…
Over a third (36%) of employers directly fund support for employees with a new illness or injury case by case
GRiD, the industry body for the group risk sector, has found that over a third (36%) of employers fund support for a newly injured or…
Why Workplace Wellbeing Is Becoming a Business Priority Across the UK
Workplace wellbeing is steadily rising in importance for UK organisations.
Job Market Movement is Coming: Latest Research Suggests Candidates are Gaining Confidence
According to Gi Group UK’s latest Candidate Survey, nearly half of candidates will be looking for a new role in the next six months.
Cutbacks or Comebacks? Experts Forsee a Peak in Voluntary Redundancy in Higher Education
Battling financial pressures, declining enrolment and a significant dip in overseas applicants, the UK Higher Education (HE) sector is facing a time of significant transformation.
“Vismo Checkpoints” Announced: identifies Where Employees Are In A Building Or Event Space For Proof of Presence
Vismo has announced “Vismo Checkpoints”, a proof of presence tool that takes employee wellbeing a step further by using QR codes to let organisations know…
Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa Bids Farwell to Retiring 35 Year Veteran Employee
The Mercure Sheffield Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa bids farewell to Julie Conway, a thirty-five-year employee who has announced her retirement this month.
Research shows health and wellbeing support benefits the business as much as employees
Offering health and wellbeing support to employees brings a wealth of advantages to the business itself, according to research by Towergate Employee Benefits.
40% of employers admit that employee benefit take-up is left for employees to initiate themselves
Two in five employers admit that the take-up of employee benefits is left for employees to initiate themselves, according to new research from GRiD, the…
Only 36% of employees relocating abroad are fully prepared for the new way of living
In Towergate Employee Benefits’ extensive research across UK companies of all sizes, 79% stated they have relocated employees abroad.
Harrison Celebrates Promotions and People News: Tim Watkin Marks 30 Year Milestone with Harrison and Nathan Stevenson Steps Up to Associate Director
Harrison, the full-service design and architecture agency, is celebrating a double success this summer.
Magara Law Named Among UK’s Best for Service in National Business Awards
A leading employment law firm with bases in Oxfordshire and London has been nominated for a prestigious business award, less than five years since it…