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Here are links to news posted in September and August:
September 2021
GOV.UK
Article
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) closed on 30 September. 14 October is the deadline for submitting final claims. Click on the link below to find out what support is available for you and your business.
The Guardian
The Government's Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has published its consultation document around flexible working. This article in The Guardian looks at the proposals:
UK staff to gain right to request flexible working from day one
Full consultation document here: Making Flexible Working the Default
Employer News
A study by Personio of UK/Ireland HR leaders and employees found that many are struggling with the number of digital tools and apps at their disposal.
Digital tool overload a rising threat to productivity, warns Personio
August 2021
BBC NEWS
Article
Nike has announced that it's giving staff at its corporate HQ in Oregon a week off to recharge their batteries. Employees are expressing feelings of burnout and the firm has recognised that "taking time for rest and recovery is key to performing well and staying sane."
PwC
What are the real challenges for organisations reacting to the remote working trend? What's the impact in terms of employee engagement strategies, work mobility, technological innovation, diversity and cultural change?
Reboot
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Business Leader
Much debate recently about whether UK businesses could adopt a four day week. The Reboot website presents the benefits for work life balance and productivity:
Reboot introduce 4-day working week following 702% increase in results
Whilst Business Leader discusses the pros and cons and seeks views from CEOs with this article:
Iceland successfully introduces four-day week: Should the UK be next?
Express
In a recent survey by DASH Rides and Sapio Research, 2,031 respondents were asked about their views on employee benefits. Respondents value employers who offer progressive and accessible schemes.
Employee benefits and perks most valued by UK workers - extras to ask your employer for
Safety & Health Practitioner
In the Safety and Health Practitioner (SHP) this week, there's an article on the challenges employers and managers face in reviewing their health and wellbeing policies to accommodate hybrid working.
Robert Walters
Research by Robert Walters looks at the benefits and challenges of hybrid working and makes for interesting reading. The study generates thought-provoking statistics for employers and hire managers to digest.
Impreza IT
How many of us are aware of the IT security risks posed with many of us using our own devices to work from home?This article on the Impreza website explains why we need to be vigilant to protect our personal data.
Email phishing and why your organisation should protect itself