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October 3, 2023
Monitoring in the Workplace

Monitoring in the Workplace: UK’s Privacy Watchdog Steps In To Ensure Fair Practices

Monitoring in the Workplace. Monitoring in the workplace isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. ICO to ensure that the rights and privacy of employees are preserved.
September 29, 2023
The Shift Away from Remote Working

The Shift Away from Remote Working: Parents Face Hard Choices as Childcare Costs Soar

The shift away from remote working. Parents face hard choices as childcare costs soar. Companies that once embraced remote work are now asking employees
September 26, 2023
Surge in Workplace Absences

Surge in Workplace Absences: Stress and COVID-19 Impacting Employee Wellbeing at an Unprecedented Scale

Surge in Workplace Absences: Stress and COVID-19 Impacting Employee Wellbeing. A staggering 76% of surveyed employees were off work due to
September 25, 2023
Record Numbers of Over-50s Workers Now in Part-Time Roles

Paradigm Shift: Record Numbers of Over-50s Workers Now in Part-Time Roles

Paradigm shift. Record numbers of over-50s workers now in part-time roles. ONS has just revealed some intriguing data that underscores a sweeping change in how the UK's
September 22, 2023
Workers Take Flight with Hydrogen

Workers Take Flight with Hydrogen: 110,000 Jobs and a Greener Future on the Horizon

Workers take flight with hydrogen. East Midlands Airport announced its partnership in the UK's largest inland hydrogen cluster today. 110,000 Jobs and a greener
September 21, 2023
Millions Rejoice as New Law Gives Workers More Control Over Working Hours

Millions Rejoice as New Law Gives Workers More Control Over Working Hours

The Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Bill has received Royal Assent. New law marks a significant milestone in employment rights and offers a glimmer
September 18, 2023
Man Dies After Wall Collapses In A Workplace Accident

Man Dies After Wall Collapses: In A Workplace Accident

Man dies after wall collapses in a workplace accident. A man in his 40s has lost his life due to a wall collapsing at a house in Manchester.
September 15, 2023
Workers Trapped in Underpaid Jobs Despite a Surge in Job Vacancies

Workers Trapped in Underpaid Jobs: Despite a Surge in Job Vacancies

Workers trapped in underpaid jobs: despite a surge in job vacancies. As job vacancies reach record levels, one might assume that Low-Paid workers have ample
September 13, 2023
Employee Mental Health. Surge in Long-Term Sick in the UK

Crisis of Employee Mental Health: Surge in Long-Term Sick in the UK

Crisis of Employee Mental Health. Workforce is deeply entwined with the deteriorating mental health of UK employees. Surge in Long-Term Sick
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Disclaimer: To enhance the accuracy and breadth of our coverage, The Workers Union News Service may utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) to augment news and images. While every effort is made to ensure the reliability of the information, please note that the AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be relied on or replace professional advice.

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