Pupils from three Greater Manchester schools have heard from women in leading roles in the sector in a special International Women’s Day event at Manchester Airport’s AeroZone education centre. Among those speaking to the pupils from Manchester Enterprise Academy, Fred Longworth High School & … [Read more...]
News for: Employment
Government appoints first Menopause Employment Champion
The government has appointed its first Menopause Employment Champion and is calling on businesses to do more support women experiencing the menopause at work. Helen Tomlinson, Head of Talent (UK & Ireland) at The Adecco Group, has been appointed to the independent role by the Department for … [Read more...]
Automatic Enrolment pension scheme to be expanded to young and low earners
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has given its backing to proposals to expand the Automatic Enrolment pension scheme to include younger and lower-earning workers. Plans, set out in a Private Members Bill by Stoke-on-Trent MP Jonathan Gullis, will see the Lower Earnings Limit for … [Read more...]
How can a diverse workforce be a boost for business
The pressures of the Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent economic climate have seen diversity and inclusion sink down businesses’ list of priorities. However, efforts to diversify the workforce and create more inclusive and welcoming business environments for colleagues from all parts of the community … [Read more...]
Enjoy Benefits makes move to Stockport town centre
Employee benefits provider, Enjoy Benefits, has completed a move to new premises in Dale House in Stockport town centre. The business, which employs over 20 staff, has taken a 3,000 sq ft office on a three year lease in Dale House alongside prominent Stockport solicitors, Gorvins LLP. Enjoy … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester Mayor backs campaign for safe transport for late-night workers
Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham, has given his backing to a campaign calling for late-night workers to have safe and affordable transport options to get home after shifts. Led by trade union, Unite, the 'Get Me Home Safely' campaign calls for employers to provide safe and free transport … [Read more...]
Thousands of government jobs have relocated to the North-west
The Cabinet Office has revealed that more than 11,000 government jobs been relocated from London to sites around the UK, including over 2,000 in the North-west. Under the Places for Growth programme, the North-west has seen the most jobs transferred out of the capital, with 2,100 civil servants … [Read more...]
70 new jobs to be created at Cheadle fintech
Cheadle fintech firm, Conferma Pay, has announced plans to recruit for 70 new jobs in 2023 as part of ambitious growth plans. The roles are predominantly hybrid positions at the Cheadle head office in addition to a small number at offices overseas and follow the company's recent acquisition by … [Read more...]
Over 90% of participating firms to continue four-day working week after pilot
56 out of the 61 firms which took part in a pilot scheme trialling a four-day working week plan to continue with the changes. First launched in June 2022, businesses from all sizes and industries began a six month trial that saw around 2,900 workers around the UK reduce their working hours from … [Read more...]
More than 10,000 Greater Manchester residents reached by Skills for Growth programme
Over 10,000 people in Greater Manchester have gained career support via the Skills for Growth programme since it launched in 2020. The programme has revealed the scale of skills training provided so far following a funding award from the European Social Fund that will support Skills for Growth … [Read more...]
Stockport Homes Group makes Stonewall Top 100 list for leading LGBTQ+ inclusive employers
Stockport Homes has been named in the Stonewall Top 100 LGBTQ+ inclusive employers for its work creating a workplace where LGBTQ+ employees can bring their full selves to work. Stonewall, Europe’s largest charity for lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer rights, has today, 16th February, launched its … [Read more...]
New programme announced to support more women into STEM careers
A new £150,000 government initiative has been announced to support more women into STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) based careers. The scheme will be run by Women Returners and STEM Returners and will target those who have taken lengthy career breaks to care for others. The … [Read more...]
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