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The sector responds to the Spring Budget

Workplace Insight

Yesterday’s Spring Budget included a number of announcements that affect the various people, place and technology professions in the UK. The Autumn Budget in November 2023 teased us with the “Back to Work” plan to support sick or disabled adults back into work along with a launch of the occupational health consultation.

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The 7 Biggest Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 50s

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A lot of people guess at their budget. Guessing at your budget isn’t going to cut it when you approach retirement,” she says. “A While many employer-owned policies only cover a portion of monthly needs, a private policy allows people to anticipate and cover all their financial needs. can all affect an estate plan.

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A third of people say they have experienced a toxic manager

Workplace Insight

A third of employees (33 percent) in the UK have experienced a toxic manager at work in the past five years, and over four in ten (41 percent) have left a job due to their dissatisfaction with management. But in contrast, 81 percent of HR decision makers are confident that their managers uphold the organisation’s values.

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U.S. Federal Agencies are Pushing for a Return to Office

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What’s going on: Federal agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), are reassessing their workforce policies to increase in-person work, according to Federal News Network. The post U.S.

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Unlocking the HR Secrets of Hybrid Work

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She points out that both leadership and management exhibited fear of the unknown, often expressing concerns like ‘how do we know remote employees are working.’ He believes that blanket policies mandating set office days could backfire, leading to decreased morale and potential attrition.

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Here’s How to Establish Your Remote Startup

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In this guide, you’ll discover the steps you need to take to establish a successful remote business, with tips on how to manage your remote workforce. In this guide, you’ll find out how to establish a successful remote business, with tips on how to manage your remote workforce and the steps you need to take.

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Return to office mandates linked to higher business travel costs

Workplace Insight

The majority of UK travel managers (89 percent) say travel is a growing business priority in 2024, anticipating increased budgets driven by return-to-office policies, inflation and ESG requirements. This is a key finding in new research by Uber for Business which claims to reveal a resurgent demand for business travel.

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