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Government to scrap employment programme for disabled people

Workplace Insight

This news comes amidst Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s proposed benefit cuts for 420,000 sick and disabled individuals, aiming to push them into employment. The Work and Health Programme (WHP), launched in 2017, will cease operation this autumn. Charities warn these cuts could leave many in poverty.

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Neurodivergence in the Workplace: Steps for Employers

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

Additionally, these ways of functioning are […] The post Neurodivergence in the Workplace: Steps for Employers appeared first on Word on Benefits. Often, neurotypical people with little outside knowledge or experience have inaccurate assumptions about those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, down syndrome and other forms of neurodivergence.

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New Employment Laws in 2023: A Guide for Employers and Employees

HR Digest

Many new employment laws in 2023 have been introduced to reshape the regulations that oversee the safety of US citizens, and companies that want to avoid any complications in the future should ensure they update their regulations and policies to match them as well. According to Bloomberg Law, the FTC will vote on the rule in April 2024.

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What will the proposed fit note reforms mean for employers?

Employee Benefits

Making it easier to get a fit note will enable employers to help staff get assistance in a shorter amount of time, and potentially return to work faster. But what will the proposed fit note reforms mean for employers? This will not only likely help them but also their employer if they are able to return to work faster.

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A Benefits Leader's Top Priority: Reducing Cancer at all Costs

employers are bracing for the largest increase in health insurance costs in a decade next year. And the largest healthcare expense to employers?

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What does the government’s pots-for-life plan mean for employers?

Employee Benefits

Clarification is needed on how employers would manage the process of putting employees’ contributions into many different pension pots. Pots for life may not completely end the employer’s role in choosing a pension provider, especially if a large scheme offers favourable terms and investment strategy.

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Reducing Loneliness: 4 Action Steps for Employers 

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

The result is a loss of social connectedness—the degree to which people feel the social connections […] The post Reducing Loneliness: 4 Action Steps for Employers appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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The Employer’s Guide to Early Cancer Detection

A comprehensive early detection strategy for cancer is no longer a nice-to-have for employers; it’s a must. The reality is 1 in 2 women and 1 in 3 men will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives, and the physical, emotional, and financial impact on both employees and employers is great.

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Employer Insights Report 2024: The State of Cancer

So why is it that 82% of employers currently spend significantly more on post-diagnosis care and disease management rather than upstream care? A new survey of 250 benefits leaders who oversee 500 to 50,000 covered lives highlights their perspective on cancer and its burden.

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Specialty Drug Interest Is Skyrocketing – Can Your Pharmacy Benefits Keep Up?

New approvals for weight loss drugs, gene therapies, and biosimilars are on the minds of employers. However, 48% of employers still need a strategy to manage their use and costs. Find out how other organizations are preparing their specialty drug benefits for the future.

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New Report Helps Attract, Retain and Reward Top Talent

The 2019 Best-in-Class Benchmarking Analysis for Large Employers (1,000+ full-time employees) explores what top employers are doing differently to stand out in healthcare cost control and HR management. Use these insights to build a better workplace and confidently position your organization for success.

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The HR Biweekly Payroll Calendar Template

While some states mandate pay periods, many employers get to choose their own frequency. Biweekly pay periods are most common among private employers. Keeping accurate payroll records is required by law. This calendar provides the start and end dates of pay periods for biweekly payroll in 2022 as well as paydays.

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Managing Wellbeing Costs the Old Way Is Not Enough.

Learn how 4,000+ other employers are managing this challenge in the Physical & Emotional Wellbeing report. It’s time to explore new ways to make healthcare affordable for your people while staying on budget.

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Confidently Address the Unique Compliance Challenges of COVID-19

Download Gallagher’s COVID-19 Compliance Guidebook for important considerations and legal compliance issues surrounding employer-provided benefits during this global pandemic. COVID-19 has quickly transformed how people interact, transact, and do business.

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Meeting Today’s Challenges for Better Organizational Success Tomorrow

According to Gallagher’s research, stress and burnout raised organizational concerns for 70% of C-suites, and 26% of employers noted a decline in emotional wellbeing. The 2021 Q2 Gallagher Better Works Insights Report: Adapting for Tomorrow explores today’s unique workforce challenges and trends.