The rise and fall of the zero hours contract: what can we ... - HR …
WEBIn 2014 the government consulted on a proposed ban of “exclusivity” clauses in zero hours contracts, which prevented individuals from accepting shifts with more than one employer. The ban came into effect in May 2015. In December 2022, it was extended to apply to all low-income workers. However, this has not eliminated the uncertainty ...
Top 7 HR Certifications and Tests in the UK
WEBNavigating the dynamic realm of Human Resources (HR) in the UK, professionals like myself continually strive to elevate our skills and expertise through certifications and tests that authenticate our knowledge and proficiency. Amidst the vibrant business environment of the United Kingdom, the emphasis on HR professionals with cutting-edge insights and capabilities is paramount.
72% of UK firms report technology skills gaps, focusing on quiet …
WEBSep 12, 2024 · British firms are increasing their investment in digital transformation despite challenging economic conditions, according to Docusign’s Digital Maturity Report 2024, but this hasn’t yet translated into improved productivity or digital maturity. The research amongst 600 decision makers in the UK and Ireland, now in its second year, reveals a stark productivity and efficiency paradox for
85% of UK businesses feel the pinch of the Great Resignation, with ...
WEBThe ‘Great Resignation’ in 2021 saw workers voluntarily quit their jobs at historic rates and, according to new research from specialist independent consultancy Barnett Waddingham, very few UK businesses escaped unscathed. Just 15% of senior decision makers at UK businesses said that the great resignation had not affected them. Of …
7 Things HR and Payroll Managers in the UK Need to Know About …
WEB2. Who Needs to Pay PAYE? All UK employers must pay PAYE for any employee earning more than 12,500 pounds a year – which is £240 per week, or £1,040 in a month. This also applies to foreign workers employed by UK companies, as well as independent contractors and limited company directors. 3.
Half of neurodivergent people miss work due to lack of workplace ...
WEBCity & Guilds’ annual Neurodiversity Index, published today following a government-backed review of autism employment, and ahead of Neurodiversity Week, shines a light on the challenges faced by neurodiverse people in the workplace, with half of those surveyed having been off work last year due to their condition. The second edition of …
Three in 10 use AI at work, but almost a quarter admit they ... - HR …
WEBEditorial Team, 4 weeks ago 2 min 306. Almost three in 10 workers (29%) in the UK are currently using Artificial Intelligence (AI) at work, but almost a quarter (23%) say they don’t feel confident using the technology, according to new research from global research and insights agency Opinium. In addition, one in 10 (9%) say that the use of ...
61% of recent graduates believe hybrid working will have a …
WEB61% of young professionals, who have just entered the workforce for the first time, believe that hybrid working will have a positive impact on their career, according to new research from CEMS, the Global Alliance in Management Education. Young professionals believe that working between the office and home provides more flexibility, freedom to travel while
Will HR be replaced by AI? 63% of companies are rethinking their …
WEB60% of HR professionals think AI will have a positive impact on how HR operates, a recent survey from People Management software provider Advanced reveals. But in a world where new technology is being deployed at an ever-increasing pace, HR professionals must reimagine how their role functions in the modern workplace. PwC research has shown
UK employment tribunal cases relating to ‘banter’ up 45% in a year
WEBPosted on May 5, 2022. The number of employment tribunals claims relating to ‘banter’ in the workplace saw a 45% increase, from 67 in 2020 to 97 in 2021, shows research by GQ|Littler, the specialist employment law firm. “Banter” has increasingly been invoked in employment tribunals as a justification for alleged discrimination and ...