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41% of employers have a dedicated carer’s leave policy

Employee Benefits

Almost one-third (31%) of respondents said that they do not have a dedicated carer’s leave policy, with 28% stating that they do not have one but are planning on implementing one in the future. Overall, this should allow employees more time to focus on those they care for.

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Exclusive: Unum UK enhances pregnancy loss support

Employee Benefits

Employee benefits provider Unum UK has enhanced its pregnancy loss support and signed the Miscarriage Association’s pregnancy loss pledge to help staff affected by loss before 24 weeks of pregnancy. Unum has also updated its additional leave policy with a new section on pregnancy loss leave.

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The 4 Best Benefits in 2024, According to Employees

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Employees also value alternative health benefits, such as gym memberships, wellness programs and mental health programs. According to Forbes Advisor, a third of employees surveyed named mental health programs as a top benefit. Mental health benefits include everything from inclusive paid leave to workplace meditation.

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The Latest Compensation Trends Redefine Job Satisfaction

HR Digest

This includes everything from offering paid leaves to wellness benefits to remote working. Companies must use reliable data and information to proactively build comprehensive compensation structures and systems that provide a holistic return on investment, keeping in line with employee expectations.

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Year-In-Review: ERIC Defeats Redundant New Jersey Emergency Paid Sick Leave Proposal

ERIC

ERIC fought back against SB 3827 , convincing state lawmakers that the paid leave measure proposed by the bill was costly, duplicative, and unnecessary.

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Exclusive: Unum UK enhances carer’s leave policy

Employee Benefits

Employee benefits provider Unum UK has enhanced its carer’s leave policy in order to further support its employees with caring responsibilities. All of its more than 850 employees now have access to its enhanced offering of up to five days of paid leave per year, regardless of how long they have been in their roles.

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Unum UK receives Great Place to Work accreditation

Employee Benefits

Employee benefits provider Unum UK has been accredited as a Great Place to Work organisation in the UK. Earlier this year, Unum UK enhanced its carer’s leave policy to further support its employees with caring responsibilities, offering up to five days of paid leave per year, regardless of how long they have been in their roles.