In the latest edition of our advocate magazine we have the second HR in Lockdown special supplement covering issues that challenge HR in our new world of work.
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The latest employee benefit & Human resource and occupational health news
Coronavirus – The impact on group insurance
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to dominate headlines the question many advisers and clients are asking is whether their group health and risk policies are affected and whether they still provide adequate protection.
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What do a quarter of employers do to improve boardroom diversity? Nothing
The CIPD is calling for employers to be more strategic with their recruitment and selection processes.
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A lack of staff benefit communication
Surprisingly, a recent survey by GRiD revealed that only 57% of employers believe their workforce is aware of all their benefits and understands them with an incredible 35% of employees say their company doesn’t communicate benefits or they don’t remember if they do.
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Managing work-related insecurity and anxiety
As Coronavirus takes hold again, stress and anxiety are becoming part of everyday life at work. If left unmanaged, they can have a corrosive effect. In an article first published by the CMI, DR Mark Scullard outlines that by recognising the two fundamental dimensions to human nature, managers can start making a difference.
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An advo hr feature: Importance of accurate recordkeeping
In the latest advo hr feature we focus on the importance of keeping documentation and accurate records which now includes collecting and storing personal data relating to the NHS Track and Trace scheme, Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme claims, Job Retention Bonus claims and claiming back SSP. This is especially important for any potential Employment Tribunal claims that may be related to processes happening now but may not be heard at Employment Tribunal for several years due to the current backlog of cases.
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advo finalists in the 2020 Cover Excellence Awards
The finalists for one of the protection industry’s premier events, the COVER Excellence Awards, has been announced with advo recognised for its work on employee benefits and advising clients on healthcare.
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Employers need to act to support employee mental health wellbeing
One in four feeling ‘lonely and isolated’ during Covid with nearly 60% of young people reported anxiety and stress.
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Spotlight on Mental Health
Mental health is rising up the agenda of UK businesses. Canada Life has created a new report that outlines the whole subject of mental wellbeing and how it effects the workplace.
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Four in ten UK workers feel their mental health is in decline
There is no doubt that COVID-19 poses a significant risk to both our physical and mental health. Not only are we worried for the wellbeing of those closest to us, but we must also deal with the changing economic landscape and constant threat of redundancy.
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