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[Sweden] In a 'world first' grandparents will be paid to look after children [Sweden] In a 'world first' grandparents will be paid to look after children

Swedish parents can now transfer their maternity or paternity leave to family members or friends.
29 Sep 2024

[Scotland] Pay rise awarded to council staff was rejected by biggest union [Scotland] Pay rise awarded to council staff was rejected by biggest union

Members of the GMB and Unite accepted the offer but Unison rejected it and has warned that strikes are still possible.
29 Sep 2024

[UK] Card Factory blames living wage increase for profits slump [UK] Card Factory blames living wage increase for profits slump

Card Factory shares dropped 16 per cent on September 24 after first-half pre-tax profits fell 43 per cent to £14...
26 Sep 2024

[UK] Low Pay Commission confirms approach to extended remit on pay [UK] Low Pay Commission confirms approach to extended remit on pay

The LPC's policy paper offers further insights into how the advisory body intends to approach its new responsibilities.
22 Sep 2024

[UK] Store closures loom after Next loses £30m legal battle [UK] Store closures loom after Next loses £30m legal battle

It is set to appeal against the court's verdict in which more than 3,500 current and ex-employees won their claim...
19 Sep 2024

[Germany] Zalaris to digitalise HR and Payroll processes for top department store chain [Germany] Zalaris to digitalise HR and Payroll processes for top department store chain

Under the partnership, Zalaris will take full responsibility for payroll and other administrative HR tasks for approximately 12,000 employees in...
13 Sep 2024

[Ireland] UKG to create 200 jobs at its Irish base [Ireland] UKG to create 200 jobs at its Irish base

The company said the new roles will primarily be in the area of cybersecurity following a decision to base its...
12 Sep 2024