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Workplace first aid training saves lives as St John Ambulance honours everyday heroes

Workplace first aid training saves lives as St John Ambulance honours everyday heroes

by • News, Wellbeing, Workplace

The importance of workplace first aid training has been highlighted by St John Ambulance after new research revealed that almost two in five UK workers do not know how to perform CPR, despite cardiac arrest being the workplace medical emergency they fear most. The findings coincide with the charity’s inaugural Lifesavers at Work Awards, which recognised employees whose first aid skills have saved lives both in the workplace and in the wider community. To find out more about the winners, and how to arrange first aid training for your workplace, visit http://shop.sja.org.uk/s/awards2611

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Two-thirds of UK businesses plan to increase workplace and employee investment in 2027

Two-thirds of UK businesses plan to increase workplace and employee investment in 2027

by • News, Wellbeing, Workplace

Almost two-thirds of UK finance chiefs expect their organisations to increase investment in 2027, with the workplace, employee wellbeing, recruitment and technology among the main prioritiesAlmost two-thirds of UK finance chiefs expect their organisations to increase investment in 2027, with the workplace, employee wellbeing, recruitment and technology among the main priorities, according to new research from financial management platform Pleo. The survey of 400 UK chief financial officers found that 65 percent anticipate an increase in overall business investment next year compared with 2026, while the same proportion are more optimistic about their organisation’s growth prospects. (more…)

Interface embraces colour, pattern, and dynamic transitions with pivotal moment carpet tile collection

Interface embraces colour, pattern, and dynamic transitions with pivotal moment carpet tile collection

by • Company news, Environment, Workplace design

Interface, Inc., the global flooring and sustainability leader, launches Pivotal Moments™, a new carpet tile collection inspired by Scandinavian geometric design principlesInterface, Inc., the global flooring and sustainability leader, launches Pivotal Moments™, a new carpet tile collection inspired by Scandinavian geometric design principles. Rooted in dynamic movement, expressive pattern, and coordinated colour, the collection gives designers more flexibility to shape how today’s commercial spaces transition, connect, and stand apart. One warm base colour holds the system together as the pattern gently builds from small-scale details to defining moments. Designed for high-traffic spaces, including corporate offices, hospitality environments, and education facilities, the collection explores both plush textures and soft geometrics for transitions that feel as calm or as bold as the space requires. As a coordinated carpet tile system, Pivotal Moments can be used to create full rug-like areas, quiet learning zones, or bold statement moments helping reduce cognitive load. (more…)

UK ranks fourth for youth AI readiness but skills gap threatens £95bn economic opportunity

UK ranks fourth for youth AI readiness but skills gap threatens £95bn economic opportunity

by • AI, News

The UK has been ranked fourth among 56 Commonwealth countries for its readiness to help young people benefit from artificial intelligenceThe UK has been ranked fourth among 56 Commonwealth countries for its readiness to help young people benefit from artificial intelligence, although new research suggests that weaknesses in education and practical AI skills could limit its economic potential. The Ayre Index, launched at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda, gives the UK a score of 70.8 out of 100, placing it behind Singapore, Malta and Australia but ahead of Canada, New Zealand and India in addressing the skills gap. (more…)

Job satisfaction falls to record low as fewer workers want full-time employment

Job satisfaction falls to record low as fewer workers want full-time employment

by • News, Wellbeing, Workplace

Job satisfaction in Britain has fallen to its lowest recorded level, while fewer than half of working-age adults now say they would ideally like to work full-time, according to new researchJob satisfaction in Britain has fallen to its lowest recorded level, while less than half of working-age adults now say they would ideally like to work full-time, according to new research suggesting a growing disconnect between what employees want from their jobs and what employers provide. Analysis of the latest British Social Attitudes Survey, carried out by the Resolution Foundation, reveals that the proportion of workers satisfied with their main job has fallen from 81 percent in 2015 to 74 percent in 2025. This is the lowest level recorded by the long-running survey, which has been tracking attitudes towards work for more than four decades. The findings are published in Work in Progress: A Decade of Change in the World of Work, part of the latest British Social Attitudes research conducted by the National Centre for Social Research.

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Workplace investment needs to move beyond the refurbishment cycle

Workplace investment needs to move beyond the refurbishment cycle

by • Comment, Workplace design

For too long, workplace investment has been approached as a series of individual projects, with significant attention given to the design and delivery of an office, followed by a period in which relatively little changes until the next major intervention. What we need to remember is that businesses don't operate in the same cycles as their buildingsA good proportion of workplace investment is driven by a relatively small number of events prompting change. That could be when a lease approaches expiry, a business relocates, an organisation outgrows its existing premises or a landlord identifies the need to reposition an asset. These milestones create opportunities to invest in new or refurbished office environments. But what happens in the years between these events? (more…)

Are bonuses and share options split in a divorce?

Are bonuses and share options split in a divorce?

by • Company news, Workplace

The family home and pension pots take centre stage in financial discussions for many separating couples. Yet for anyone working in sectors where pay includes performance bonuses or company shares, these extras can easily represent as much value as the property itself. A bonus and share options divorce case often turns out to be far more complicated than either party expects, especially once timing, tax and disclosure come into play. This guide sets out how courts in England and Wales approach bonuses and share options, what counts as a shared asset, and how couples can work towards a fair outcome. Along the way, we will look at the legal principles involved, the practical steps worth taking, and where getting the right support early can make a genuine difference. (more…)

UK business leaders embrace AI but workers remain sceptical about its future, Microsoft survey claims

UK business leaders embrace AI but workers remain sceptical about its future, Microsoft survey claims

by • AI, News

British business leaders are increasingly confident about the potential of artificial intelligence to transform the economy, but employees remain far more cautious about its impact on jobs and future career opportunities, according to new polling from Microsoft. A survey of 5,000 UK employees and 1,000 senior business decision-makers found that 84 percent of business leaders believe Britain can become a world-leading AI economy within the next five years, compared with just 41 percent of employees.

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AI isn’t replacing meetings, it’s changing their purpose

AI isn’t replacing meetings, it’s changing their purpose

by • AI, Comment, Technology, Workplace design

Throughout the years in the workplace technology industry, I’ve heard one common question among organization leaders: How can we have fewer meetings and how can we make the ones we do have more effective? When AI came along, many thought that it would be the solvent to this long-standing challenge. But it turns out, as individuals utilize AI to help them automate routine work, the need to collaborate with team members on the outputs has become more prominent. Rather than focusing on reducing the number of meetings, organizations should ask themselves: Are we designing the workplace with intentionality for meetings that are actually worth having? (more…)

How to apply the lessons of World Mental Health Day every day in the office

How to apply the lessons of World Mental Health Day every day in the office

by • Comment, Wellbeing

Annick Bessawa shares six practical ways employers can acknowledge what we learn on World Mental Health Day and create a more supportive workplace throughout the yearWorld Mental Health Day is always an opportunity for organisations to show they genuinely care about their people, but supporting employee wellbeing requires year-round commitment. This year’s theme highlighted the importance of listening to people with lived experiences of mental health conditions, helping to build understanding and reduce stigma in the workplace. By creating an environment where employees feel safe to speak openly and know where to find support, businesses can make a real difference to their wellbeing. St John Ambulance trainer Annick Bessawa shares six practical ways employers can acknowledge what we learn on World Mental Health Day and create a more supportive workplace throughout the year. (more…)

A sense of control over workplace technology may be linked to wellbeing and productivity

A sense of control over workplace technology may be linked to wellbeing and productivity

by • News, Technology

A sense of control over workplace technology may have a significant impact on people’s wellbeing, productivity and attitudes towards technological change, according to new global research from Logitech. The technology company’s inaugural Ctrl Tomorrow Study suggests a growing divide between people who feel confident and in control of the technology they use and those who feel overwhelmed or frustrated by it. More than three-quarters (77 percent) of respondents agreed that people who feel more in control of their technology get more out of life, while around three in five said problems with technology can affect their mood after work and their sense of control over their personal lives. (more…)

BCO Awards winners focus on regeneration, sustainability and workplace experience

BCO Awards winners focus on regeneration, sustainability and workplace experience

by • News, Property, Workplace design

The UK’s leading office developments have been recognised for their contribution to urban regeneration, sustainability and workplace experience at the 2026 BCO AwardsThe UK’s leading office developments have been recognised for their contribution to urban regeneration, sustainability and workplace experience at the 2026 British Council for Offices National Awards. Swansea development 71/72 Kingsway took the top prize at this year’s awards, winning both the Best of the Best and Commercial Workplace categories. Judges described the scheme as a catalyst for the regeneration of Swansea city centre and an example of how people-centred architecture can stimulate investment and attract high-value employment. The annual BCO Awards were presented to an audience of around 1,000 property and workplace professionals at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House hotel in London on 6 October. (more…)

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