Over the five years between 2016 and 2021, the amount of people cycling increased by over 28% to 6,479,900, and it’s clear that cycling could become a popular option for commuting. Integrating a cycle to work scheme could help to encourage workforces throughout the UK to get on their bikes to get to their jobs. […]

Tim Baker, Director at ZEDRA  discusses benefits, incentives and entitlements at today’s workplace. As if four-day weeks and work from anywhere were not enough, the array of benefits, incentives and entitlements on offer to employees around the world continues to expand. LinkedIn’s 2022 Global Talent Trends report found 60% of job seekers prioritise compensation and […]

Sick pay has become a contentious topic in recent times, with the UK government recently announcing that people sick with Covid will not be able to claim statutory sick pay until their fourth day off. With an increase of +238% for the term ‘statutory sick pay UK’, a new report by The Compensation Experts has ranked […]

The perfect job involves a 26-hour week with a salary of £26,000 per year – working for a boss who likes a point, a study has revealed. Other requirements for the ideal role are regular reviews and pay rises, a day off on your birthday, and free hot drinks. The poll of 2,000 workers also […]

By Brijesh Vadukiya, tech activist and blogger The arrival of technology and its innovation has been very fruitful for people all over the world. Everyone, including businesses, have benefited from the evolution of technology and this will only continue in the future. Technological solutions have made things easier, comfortable and flexible. This has changed people’s […]

The run up to Christmas, the day itself and the time afterwards can all be particularly stressful and extra support is often needed. GRiD, the group risk industry body is urging employers to encourage their staff to make use of their incumbent employee benefits over the festive period. Access to helplines for mental wellbeing, support […]

Looking after the mental and physical wellbeing of employees has never been more important than during the Coronavirus pandemic. Healthcare facilities remain under intense pressure to meet increasing demand, and employees’ physical and mental health may be compromised during the strain of the current situation. So now, more than ever before, is a time where […]

23% ended their last working year with more than 5 days holiday not taken. Forty-four per cent of Brits aren’t using their full holiday allowance, according to new data from tombola. A survey of the nation exposed the depth of the problem, with respondents citing that they are too busy at work or don’t have anywhere […]

Just one day left to join the PA Life Club at our special Black Friday discounted price, giving assistants the chance to join the members-only group for just £66.75 + vat for the year, instead of the usual price of £74.17 + vat. Available until Midnight tonight (Friday 30 November 2018), new members will benefit from networking […]

Motivating employees to step out of their comfort zone can benefit you as much as them, we hear from Ruth Skelton, senior manager business support and accountancy and finance, Morgan McKinley about how you can best help your employees do this. “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone”. This mysterious and much talked about […]

Private healthcare, an extra day’s holiday on their birthday and free gym membership are among the perks Brits want from employers, according to a study from office supplies specialist Lyreco. Researchers polled 2,000 office workers to identify the benefits they would like to see from their place of work – including flexible working hours, a […]

Hand Picked Hotels has debuted its new visual identity to help reflect its refreshed brand vision and values. The new look coincides with the upgrade of the brand’s loyalty club for event organisers and conference agents, which has been relaunched as Privilege Business Rewards. Hand Picked Hotels’ new identity boasts a colour palette of earthy […]