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[UK] Barclays’ major payday IT outage continues [UK] Barclays’ major payday IT outage continues

Online and mobile banking services were affected by the issue. Barclays confirmed that customers may see an outdated balance with...
02 Feb 2025

[UK] Average advertised salaries pass £40,000 for first time [UK] Average advertised salaries pass £40,000 for first time

According to jobs site Adzuna, the increase in pay for advertised jobs follows continuing demand for skilled staff, together with...
29 Jan 2025

[UK] Median pay awards at lowest since 2021 [UK] Median pay awards at lowest since 2021

A survey from HR data firm Brightmine showed firms under pressure as a result of the government's increase in payroll...
23 Jan 2025

[UK] Living Wage Foundation accused of accrediting firms that fail to pay living wage [UK] Living Wage Foundation accused of accrediting firms that fail to pay living wage

OCS is accredited under a bespoke scheme for outsourcing firms, however, the company has only committed to paying a living...
22 Jan 2025

[UK] Key details of new statutory right to Neonatal Care Leave and Pay [UK] Key details of new statutory right to Neonatal Care Leave and Pay

The change was introduced through the Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023. It will provide crucial support to working...
22 Jan 2025

[Slovakia] 10% of workers earned less than €1,000 a month in 2024 [Slovakia] 10% of workers earned less than €1,000 a month in 2024

Significant regional salary differences have persisted in Slovakia. Its median salary reached €1,500 in 2024 with the highest base salaries...
20 Jan 2025