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Government announces new digital hub for Manchester

Workplace Insight

Manchester is poised to become a major player in the digital government landscape following a significant land deal announced this week. The state-of-the-art campus will serve as a central hub for approximately 7,000 civil servants, consolidating various digital government departments under one roof. Public domain.

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What is Workplace Etiquette? Do’s and Don’ts

HR Lineup

Understanding Workplace Etiquette Workplace etiquette encompasses a set of unwritten rules and social norms that govern behavior and interactions within a professional setting. Active listening, asking clarifying questions, and providing constructive feedback are integral components of effective communication.

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2025 RTO Mandates: Can Employers Force In-Office Work?

HR Digest

Federal Government have ordered employees back to the office, prompting significant pushback from employees and widespread resignations. Constructive dismissal In cases where remote work was a core part of your role (e.g., you were hired as a full-time remote employee), mandating a return could be considered constructive dismissal.

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Triton Construction implements EV salary sacrifice scheme

Employee Benefits

West Yorkshire-based building contractor Triton Construction has implemented an electric vehicle (EV) salary sacrifice scheme for its 70 employees. It wanted to encourage staff to transition to EVs, helping to reduce the corporate carbon footprint while also enabling it to meet its environmental, social, and corporate governance agenda.

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What is a construction bond?

Higginbotham

Construction bonds are financial guarantees that back up contractors’ promises to fulfill their contractual obligations: to build the job for the bid price; to pay for the labor and materials they use; and to complete the project to all terms and specifications set forth in the project contract. Why Construction Bonds Are Needed.

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Welsh government gives teachers 3% pay rise

Employee Benefits

Minister for Education and Welsh Language Jeremy Miles put forward the offer for this academic year (2022-23), which will be fully funded by the Welsh government. The NEU and Welsh government commenced negotiations on pay in January, with 92% of teachers in the country voting to strike earlier this year. The offer comprised a 1.5%

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UK and other countries sign international pledge to cut carbon emissions from buildings

Workplace Insight

The inaugural Buildings and Climate Global Forum, organised by the French Government and the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) concluded last week. The signatories emphasize the need for increased sustainable building renovations and constructions.