William Furney

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Stone Cold Neglect: Company Fined After Staff Exposed to Deadly Dust and Unguarded Machines

A Slough stone company has been fined £60,000 after exposing staff to hazardous silica dust and unsafe machinery.

Driving on Empty: Stress and Burnout Stall the Automotive Workforce

Stress, poor sleep and money worries are driving UK automotive workers to breaking point, with one in four considering leaving the industry.

‘Less Than Half of UK Workers’ Understand Their Employee Benefits

With hybrid working complicating communication, employers are being urged to personalise their approach to boost awareness and engagement.

Half UK Staff Check Work Emails on Holiday as Burnout Gap Widens Between Bosses and Junior Staff

New data reveals a disconnect between wellbeing policies and employees' lived experiences, with many struggling to switch off.

Hormonal Health Driving Women Out of Work, Warns Specialist

Figures show the majority of UK employers have no menopause policy, and structured menstrual support is uncommon.

Kate’s Call Spurs Firm to Offer Six Months’ Paid Paternity Leave

Deloitte introduces six months’ paid paternity leave following the Princess of Wales’s call to support early childhood.

Fraudulent Injury Claims: Experts Urge Employers To Strengthen Health And Safety Policies

Employers warned to tighten safety policies as experts highlight rise in workplace injury claims, and outline steps to reduce legal risks.

One in Seven Women Forced Out of Work by Poor Health Support: Report

Inadequate care and lack of support are driving thousands of women out of work, fuelling calls for urgent reform in health and HR.

‘Enough is Enough’: Free Training Launched as Retail Abuse Soars

Retail Trust responds to spike in violence with practical support, as new laws and employer action lag behind rising threats.

Peers Warn Expanded Sick Pay Could Increase Absenteeism and Pressure Employers

Labour’s Employment Rights Bill, which proposes expanded sick pay and new worker protections, has raised concerns about rising absenteeism.