ABM, a leading facility and aviation services provider, is today marking United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities with the announcement of a series of new developments in its ongoing commitment to embedding accessibility and inclusion into its company culture. A ...
Read More »EMCOR UK recertified as Disability Confident Employer
EMCOR UK has been recertified as a Disability Confident Employer until 2027, reaffirming the company’s commitment to creating an inclusive workplace that accommodates the needs of all colleagues, including those with disabilities and neurodivergent conditions. The recertification was achieved with EMCOR ...
Read More »Sodexo HR director recognised as LGBTQ+ role model
Laura Purdey, HR Director for Schools & Universities in the UK and Ireland has been named in the 2024 Outstanding Executives Role Model List, which recognises those who are working hard to create more LGBTQ+ inclusive workplaces. The global Outstanding ...
Read More »New research reveals the key to unlocking employee happiness, talent and productivity
Employees who socialise at work feel less lonely and are more engaged, loyal and productive, according to new research from Compass Group. ‘The Power of Socialisation’ survey, which explores the attitudes of today’s employees and the workforce of the future, ...
Read More »Over one in 10 menopausal women consider quitting work due to lack of employer support
A new report from HR consultancy hoomph has revealed alarming statistics about the impact of menopause on women in the workplace. Based on a survey of 1,000 women, the report highlights significant and overlooked challenges faced by menopausal employees, calling ...
Read More »Arcus FM publishes first EDI report
Arcus FM affirms its commitment to building an inclusive workplace with the publication of its first Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) report. The report, which follows the public release of Arcus’ five-year EDI strategy last September, provides transparency on the ...
Read More »Sodexo retains Disability Confident Leader status
Sodexo has achieved re-accreditation as a Disability Confident Leader under the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme. Sodexo first recieved Disability Confident Leader status in 2018 and successfully renewed it for a further three years in 2021. The Disability Confident scheme ...
Read More »Inclusive spaces, sustainable places: Dulux Trade leads the discussion during Allermuir event
Leading paint manufacturer, Dulux Trade, recently invited architects, specifiers and interior designers to the Allermuir showroom in London for a panel discussion exploring inclusive design and the power of colour and sustainability on wellbeing. Designing inclusive spaces presents a unique set ...
Read More »B Corp Certification for Workplace
Workplace has joined the global movement for inclusive and sustainable business having achieved B Corp status. B Corp Certification is administered by B Lab, a nonprofit network transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet. B ...
Read More »Role of FM in fostering an accessible and inclusive environment
By Konnor Baskaran, FM Lead at mpro5 Creating an accessible and inclusive workplace environment has become a hot topic in recent years. As described by Verna Myers, diversity is “being invited to the party: inclusion is being asked to dance”. ...
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