Hr news today

Here are some of the latest HR news and updates from around the world:

Global

  1. Remote work on the rise: A new survey by Upwork finds that 63% of companies have remote workers, and 73% of teams are working remotely at least half of the time. (Source: HR Dive)
  2. Diversity and inclusion: A report by McKinsey finds that companies with diverse leadership teams are more likely to outperform their peers, with a 21% higher likelihood of outperforming their industry. (Source: Fortune)
  3. Wellness in the workplace: A study by the American Psychological Association finds that employees who prioritize their well-being are more likely to experience job satisfaction, engagement, and productivity. (Source: HR Magazine)

US

  1. Paid family leave: A new bill introduced in Congress aims to provide up to 12 weeks of paid family leave to employees, with the option to take an additional 12 weeks of leave for bonding with a new child. (Source: SHRM)
  2. Overtime pay: The US Department of Labor has issued new guidance on overtime pay, clarifying that highly compensated employees are entitled to overtime pay if they earn less than $100,000 per year. (Source: HR Daily Advisor)
  3. Employee data privacy: A new law in California requires employers to provide employees with notice of their data privacy rights and to obtain their consent before collecting and sharing their personal data. (Source: JDSupra)

UK

  1. IR35 reforms: The UK government has announced plans to reform the IR35 tax rules, which affect contractors and freelancers. The changes aim to reduce tax avoidance and ensure that contractors pay the correct amount of tax. (Source: HR Magazine)
  2. Brexit and employment law: A new report by the CIPD finds that Brexit could lead to changes in employment law, including the potential for a "no-deal" Brexit to lead to a "cliff-edge" for employment rights. (Source: People Management)
  3. Well-being in the workplace: A study by the UK's Office for National Statistics finds that employees who experience high levels of stress are more likely to experience mental health problems and absenteeism. (Source: HR Grapevine)

Australia

  1. Fair Work Commission: The Australian Fair Work Commission has ruled that employees are entitled to take unpaid leave to care for a family member, including same-sex partners and de facto partners. (Source: HR Daily Advisor)
  2. Workplace bullying: A new report by the Australian Human Rights Commission finds that workplace bullying is a significant problem in Australia, with 1 in 5 employees experiencing bullying at work. (Source: HR Magazine)
  3. Employee engagement: A study by the Australian Institute of Management finds that employee engagement is linked to business performance, with engaged employees more likely to be productive and committed to their work. (Source: HR Grapevine)

These are just a few of the latest HR news and updates from around the world. I hope you find them helpful!