Why hugging is becoming essential in UK workplaces
Discover how British professionals are embracing workplace hugging as a tool for wellbeing and productivity, and why this surprising trend is transforming corporate culture across the UK.
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UK's unpaid housework worth staggering £1.3 trillion annually
Groundbreaking research reveals British women bear the brunt of unpaid household labour, with the total value dwarfing many traditional economic sectors and highlighting persistent gender inequality.
Most UK jobseekers fail to get permanent work via agencies
New research reveals over half of UK jobseekers fail to secure permanent employment through private agencies, raising serious questions about the effectiveness of the government's back-to-work programmes.
Home Office vs Workplace: The Career Impact Revealed
New research reveals the hidden costs of remote work versus office life, with surprising findings about productivity, promotion prospects, and mental wellbeing in post-pandemic Britain.
Attic discovery cures work stress for UK professional
Discover how one British professional found an unexpected solution to chronic work stress hidden in their attic, revolutionising their evening routine and mental wellbeing.
Work From Home vs Office: The Productivity Truth
New research reveals surprising truths about remote work productivity versus traditional office environments, challenging long-held assumptions about where we work best.
Workaholic Warning Signs: Are You Addicted to Work?
Discover the hidden signs of work addiction and learn how to recognise if your career dedication has crossed into dangerous territory. Expert insights reveal the psychological and physical toll of workaholism.
Government clamps down on council four-day weeks
Ministers take unprecedented action to block South Cambridgeshire's pioneering four-day working week, sparking a major debate about the future of work in UK local government.
Australian employers warned over illegal office return mandates
Australian businesses are facing a workplace revolution as new legal guidelines reveal that mandating office returns without proper consultation may constitute unlawful discrimination. Discover what employers must know to avoid costly legal battles.
Britain's Loneliness Epidemic: The Pub Solution
New research reveals Britain's growing loneliness crisis and how community spaces like pubs could provide unexpected relief for mental health struggles.
Westpac's work-from-home complaint backfires
Westpac's CEO Peter King faces backlash after blaming remote work for cultural issues, as experts argue the bank's problems run much deeper than where employees sit.
Modern work practices creating health crisis for UK employees
New research reveals how contemporary work environments and practices are contributing to rising health issues among UK workers, from stress to physical ailments.
Robson Green's emotional new drama honours family legacy
Grantchester star Robson Green opens up about his deeply personal new ITV series 'The Latitude' and how it connects to his family's fishing heritage in emotional exclusive interview.
Work From Home Bathroom Breaks Cost Businesses Millions
Groundbreaking research exposes how remote working habits are affecting business output, with bathroom breaks becoming a surprising focal point in the productivity debate.
A Stranger's Kindness Transformed My Cancer Journey
When diagnosed with cancer, a woman finds unexpected comfort and life-changing support from the stranger in the next hospital bed, proving human connection can be the most powerful medicine.
Sunderland: UK's unhappiest workplace revealed
Shocking new research reveals Sunderland as Britain's unhappiest workplace, with employees reporting poor management, inadequate training and overwhelming workloads.
Westpac cuts office space by 30% in work-from-home shift
Australia's Westpac Banking Corporation announces dramatic reduction in Sydney office footprint as hybrid working becomes permanent, signalling major shift in corporate real estate strategy.
Troubadour Apex Briefcase: Ultimate British Work Bag
Discover why the Troubadour Apex Briefcase is revolutionising work bags for UK professionals with its waterproof construction, clever organisation and sophisticated British design.
Fair Work Agency risks failure without proper funding
The UK's groundbreaking Fair Work Agency, designed to protect vulnerable workers from exploitation, faces collapse without adequate resources and staffing, according to a damning report from the Work Foundation.
Community Kindness Boosts UK Neighbourhood Wellbeing
Discover how small gestures and community support are creating powerful connections and boosting wellbeing across UK towns and villages in challenging times.
Office Fitness: 10 Desk Exercises for Strength
Discover how UK office workers can combat sedentary work life with simple strength-building exercises you can do at your desk in everyday work attire. No gym kit required!
Bosses bombarding staff on holiday - 59% expect responses
New research reveals millions of British workers face constant work demands during annual leave, with managers expecting immediate responses to emails and texts while employees try to relax.
Widower walks wife's ashes from London to Ghana
Devoted husband embarks on extraordinary 4,000-mile pilgrimage carrying his late wife's ashes from their London home to her Ghanaian birthplace, fulfilling his sacred vow after her cancer battle.
996 Work Culture: Global Burnout Crisis
Explore the global spread of China's controversial '996' working culture and its devastating impact on employee wellbeing, productivity, and work-life balance across industries.
Westpac ordered to allow work-from-home in landmark case
In a landmark employment decision, Westpac banking group has been ordered to allow flexible working arrangements after a senior employee won her case against returning to the office full-time. Discover how this ruling could reshape workplace policies acro
Clegg's 'authentic self' work advice sparks millennial backlash
Former Deputy PM Nick Clegg faces criticism after suggesting millennials should bring their 'authentic selves' to work, as young professionals highlight workplace pressures and economic realities.
Prince Andrew's Secret UAE Palace Hideaway Exposed
Exclusive investigation uncovers Duke of York's clandestine Middle Eastern residence as monarchy faces fresh embarrassment. The luxury Abu Dhabi villa becomes royal refuge during Epstein fallout.
Court orders bank to pay staff for work-from-home expenses
In a groundbreaking decision with global implications, Australia's Federal Court has ruled that Westpac must reimburse employees for work-from-home expenses, potentially setting a precedent for remote work compensation worldwide.
Europe's Work-Life Balance Champions: Where UK Stands
Exclusive research uncovers which European nations are winning at work-life harmony, with surprising results for British professionals seeking better balance.
Westpac Embraces Permanent Remote Work With Dozens of WFH Roles
Westpac Banking Corporation is making waves in Australia's employment landscape by advertising dozens of permanent remote positions, signalling a major shift in corporate work culture post-pandemic.
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