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Astutis has warned employers over rising workplace risks from e-bikes. The training provider says lithium-ion battery fires are increasing and is urging organisations to review storage, charging, and fire risk assessment practices.
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Biodiversify has published a practical guide for corporate nature strategy. The 22-page document draws on input from major companies and biodiversity professionals to help sustainability teams translate nature risk into board-level decisions.
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Neurodiversity presents both opportunity and responsibility for modern workplaces. Dan Kentley, Head of Assessment and Specialist Clinical Services at Onebright, explains why organisations that recognise neurodivergent strengths — and make practical workplace adjustments — can unlock productivity, innovation, and stronger employee retention.
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Business Disability Forum has revealed its 2026 awards finalists today. The shortlist spans 14 categories and highlights organisations and individuals improving outcomes for disabled employees, consumers, and service users through measurable inclusion work.
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Position Green unveils ROI Calculator for decarbonisation investment analysis. The new tool helps companies measure financial and emissions impact, offering metrics like ROI, NPV, and payback period. It supports decision-making by linking environmental impact to business value.
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Half of UK women feel supported during menopause at work. New research commissioned by Serenova shows sector disparities in menopause support across UK workplaces, with healthcare workers reporting the strongest backing while retail employees report the lowest levels of support.
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New Helpmore Trust Index highlights transparent grassroots charities across South Africa. The new platform aims to help donors identify smaller charities demonstrating accountability and measurable community impact, while addressing longstanding challenges around visibility and trust in South Africa’s fragmented charitable sector.
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Women in business are gaining ground across the UK economy. Progress in leadership and representation is becoming easier to see, even as obstacles around pay, capital, and care remain. For employers and investors alike, the strongest case for backing women now rests as much in performance as principle.
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The European Commission unveils Industrial Accelerator Act proposal. The proposal introduces EU-made and low-carbon requirements to boost key sectors, aiming to save over 30 million tonnes of CO2 emissions and generate significant economic benefits across several industries.
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Workplace harassment remains widespread, yet most cases never reach HR. New EU survey analysis puts lifetime workplace sexual harassment at 30.8%, and shows only 37.3% report to an official body, leaving organisations blind to patterns.