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New Rules for Right-to-Work Checks

by Millaray Vargas

New Rules for Right-to-Work Checks Employers using digital right-to-work checks will be able to verify British and Irish workers using passports that expired up to six months earlier under new government rules published this week. The government published updated standards for digital right-to-work verification on 1 September. The revised code replaces one issued in June that never came into force. Allowing recently expired passports Under the new code, a digital…

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Jennifer Liston-Smith: Gen Z coaching insights for wellbeing strategy Leaders must build wellbeing strategies based on what Gen Z workers actually need, not just generic corporate programs. Jennifer Liston-Smith, a business psychologist and leadership coach, notes that as budget planning for 2027 begins, insights from coaching sessions with employees aged up to 29 reveal a clear disconnect between what leadership assumes young professionals want and what they are actually asking…

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468 Rule Hong Kong Effective Date and Key Changes to Know

by Emilia Reyes

The 468 rule hong kong effective date is something every employer and employee in the city should have circled on their calendar. Hong Kong’s government has amended the Employment Ordinance to replace the old continuous contract threshold, and the timing of this change determines when new obligations and entitlements kick in. Missing this date could mean non-compliance for businesses or missed benefits for workers. This article covers the effective date,…

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6.3M UK Workers Hit by Last-Minute Pay Changes

Discover how 6.3M UK workers face last-minute pay changes and hourly insecurity,...

Emilia Reyes Sep 5, 2026 Resume Rewrites

6.3M UK Workers Hit by Last-Minute Pay Changes

6 .3M UK Workers Hit by Last-Minute Pay Changes More than six million UK workers lack guarantees over their hours, earnings or continued employment, with last-minute scheduling changes leaving some hundreds of pounds a month out of pocket. New...

research from the Living Wage Foundation estimates that 6.3 million people—nearly one in five UK workers—are in insecure employment. Lost income and late notice The research, which included polling more than 2,000 people working variable hours, found that 55 percent...

Workers Assess Whether Benefits Provide Real Value

Employee benefits are more than a cost line item; learn how firms...

Emilia Reyes Sep 1, 2026 Salary Insights

Workers Assess Whether Benefits Provide Real Value

W orkers Assess Whether Benefits Provide Real Value Employee benefits represent a significant investment for employers, yet the amount spent tells only part of the story. Beyond Cost: Measuring What Matters Many organizations focus on the price tag of...

their benefits package, but the real question is whether those offerings are delivering value to the workforce. Simple metrics such as take‑up rates, utilisation levels, claims experience and platform engagement are easy to capture, yet they do not capture the...

Jessica Guistolise urges greater cognitive diversity

Cognitive diversity is reshaping modern workplaces, helping companies boost innovation, adaptability, and...

Emilia Reyes Aug 29, 2026 Salary Insights

Jessica Guistolise urges greater cognitive diversity

J essica Guistolise urges greater cognitive diversity Designing work around how people actually think is becoming a priority for modern organizations, but many companies still rely on rigid, one-size-fits-all processes. Cognitive diversity isn’t just about accommodating differences; it’s a...

key lever for building teams that innovate and adapt. As routine tasks become automated, the human traits that matter most—judgment, empathy, and the ability to ask better questions—are becoming the most valuable assets in the workplace. The hidden cost of...

Developing Emerging Leaders Through Strategic Training

Professional growth often unfolds in phases, requiring a shift in perspective from...

Emilia Reyes Aug 27, 2026 Resume Rewrites

Developing Emerging Leaders Through Strategic Training

P rofessional growth often unfolds in phases, requiring a shift in perspective from individual performance to the collective success of a team. For many professionals, the transition into a management role is less a single promotion and more a...

continuous evolution of skills. When individuals begin to influence team culture, mentor junior colleagues, or take ownership of complex projects, they often benefit from structured development to refine their approach. This evolution is a natural part of a career trajectory,...