Building a business case for good jobs! New research Warwick IER commissioned by The Labour Relations Agency - Northern Ireland has found that employee ownership of businesses can increase staff wellbeing, productivity and innovation. Read more here: warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/ier/re… University of Westminster Economic and Social Research Council REWAGE

Good to see the The Labour Relations Agency - Northern Ireland mentioned at various junctures in this important document. The business case for good jobs has been made in research by Chris Warhurst REWAGE

Unpaid carers provide a vital service but many suffer financially for their sacrifice. 🔎 Our analysis finds carers are more likely to fall into poverty, and stay once there. Those who became carers unexpectedly are 2x as likely to enter poverty than the general public. (1/2)

Good explanation here of banning exploitative zero hours contracts flagged in kings speech. Read more: warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/ier/re…

Combatting age discrimination in hiring and retention In a recent episode of the US podcast “Looking Forward Our Way”, Professor Philip Taylor and Dr Phyllis Cummins shed light on the ongoing issue of ageism in the workplace. Read more here: warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/ier/ne…

As part of the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan's fund for London, we were delivered some 'Create & make' kits🥫 The aim is to help young people to cook at home whilst supporting families who may not otherwise have regular access to nutritious food. 🍆🥔🌽 BIG thanks to everyone involved!

BREAKING 🚨 Almost half of people claiming Universal Credit ran out of food in the last month and did not have enough money to buy more. Universal Credit is falling short and pushing people to food banks. People cannot wait for an economic turnaround to improve their current

Brilliant new work out today from our friends at Resolution Foundation. On statutory sick pay: "To meaningfully improve security in this area, the Government would have to raise the level of SSP." #SickPay #SafeSickPay

BREAKING 🚨 | @AntoniaBance MP has criticised the 'DISGRACEFUL' union busting tactics and intimidation from Amazon. Response from Minister Justin Madders: We will simplify the process and laws around recognition.

Good to see the Good Jobs Charter being developed by The Labour Relations Agency - Northern Ireland feature in the PfG.

Lessons from the four-day week: Reducing working time in the digital transformation of work digit-research.org/publication/le…

IER’s gender equality efforts pay off: Successful renewal of the Athena Swan Bronze Award Advance HE #AthenaSwan #GenderEquality Read more here: warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/ier/ne…

Pay, conditions and the regulation of gig work - new @LeedsUniBSchool research and innovation blog highlighting findings from our REWAGE report on the UK gig economy Digital Futures at Work Research Centre CERIC Economic and Social Research Council business.leeds.ac.uk/research-ceric…

Lawrie, Henry & Joel run the Amsterdam Marathon to raise funds for the food bank! 🏃🏃🏃 On October 20th, 3 friends of the food bank will be taking to the streets of Amsterdam as they brace themselves for their first ever marathon. Donate: kindlink.com/fundraising/Bo…

New report on collective workplace conflict in Britain for Acas from Duncan Adam DrDeborahDean @ManuGal1 Melanie Simms looking at actors, issues and channels: acas.org.uk/research-and-c…

The confusion about Day One Rights and Probationary Periods: Proposals for Probationary Periods must not undermine Day One Rights, argue Alan Bogg, Nicola Countouris, Prof Ruth Dukes, Prof Keith Ewing, @DrLJBHayes & Lord John Hendy KC in this new IER blog: ier.org.uk/comments/a-bri…

Listening to employee views in safe and supported environments. Key to better work, better conflict management and better patient care . National Guardian's Office 💙 NHS Employers

The legislative detail is yet to come - then we will need to turn to the gritty reality of implementation. The prize will be #goodwork #jobquality and good outcomes for all. Long road but good to get on the pathway. Some strong evidence bases out there inc REWAGE

Elevate your conflict management skills with #SkilledManagers, an innovative e-learning platform developed by top academics and Acas! 🔥 Get on board now: 👉 acas.org.uk/conflict-manag…🎓 #ConflictResolution #Training

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