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Ian MacArthur, Director of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter talking at the Good Employment Week 2024 Best Practice Conference.

A Landmark Year | Celebrating 2024 and the Growing Impact of the Good Employment Charter

Celebrate the festive season with the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter! Reflect on a landmark year of growth, inclusion, and good work practices impacting over 1 million employees. Discover how 2024's achievements and the new Employment Rights Bill set the stage for a brighter, more inclusive 2025.

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eVisas replacing physical immigration documents | What do employers need to know?

Learn how eVisas will affect Greater Manchester residents from December 31, 2024. Understand the purpose of eVisas, how to access them, and key employer information. Written by Katie Howe, Project and Policy Officer at Greater Manchester Combined Authority.

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Celebrating Excellence in Employment | Meet Our New Members

Discover the newest Members of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter in our latest video! Carol Atkinson, Professor of Human Resource Management at Manchester Metropolitan University, celebrates their contributions to employment excellence. Learn how these organisations are positively impacting over 2,800 employees and explore how your organisation can join the movement for good employment in Greater Manchester.

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Sexual Harassment Law Changes | mlplaw

In recognition of White Ribbon Day, Amy Jefferson from mlplaw discusses recent changes to UK sexual harassment laws under the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023. MLPlaw, a Member of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter, highlights the need for proactive measures by employers to create safe working environments.

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Flexible Working: A Strategic Imperative for Attracting and Retaining Older Workers

Explore how flexible working arrangements can benefit older workers in Greater Manchester. CEO of ProAge, Mike Mansfield, discusses the crucial role of flexibility in retaining experienced employees, addressing health and caregiving needs, and boosting job satisfaction and productivity. This blog highlights how flexible work options, like remote working and flexible hours, are essential for a diverse, inclusive, and resilient workforce.

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Reflecting on Greater Manchester Good Employment Week | A Celebration of Fair Work

Reflect on the success of Greater Manchester Good Employment Week 2024 and the Best Practice Conference. Discover key insights from industry leaders on leadership, well-being, and inclusivity, and explore valuable resources to elevate workplace practices. Celebrate the region’s commitment to fair and inclusive employment, and learn how businesses are championing thriving, equitable workplaces.

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Bee Neuroinclusive | New Bridge Group

Dr Shirley Woods-Gallagher, Executive Director of New Bridge Group, shares her insights on the transformative power of neuroinclusion in the workplace. In this blog, she reflects on the success of the “Bee Neuroinclusive” podcast, its unprecedented demand, and the urgent need to address neurodivergence in employment practices. Highlighting gaps in current approaches and sharing personal experiences, Dr Woods-Gallagher advocates for conscious action to foster true neuroinclusion, challenging businesses to rethink how they support neurodivergent staff and make positive changes for the future.
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Support structures: How to create a supportive culture at work

Discover how businesses can boost productivity, engagement, and retention by fostering inclusive workplaces and promoting flexible working. Explore strategies for job design, empowering managers, and creating a culture where employees thrive both at work and home. Get involved with National Work Life Week to learn more.

Good Employment Week 2023 Best Practice Conference

Good Employment Week Competition

Good Employment Week is an annual event raising awareness of good employment practices across Greater Manchester. Taking place from 7th-11th October 2024, this year's focus is on fair and equitable work, reinforcing that ‘Fair Work is Good Work’.

Join our competition for a chance to win 2 tickets to the 2025 Good Employment Awards! Showcase your organisation’s good employment initiatives with a 60-second video and highlight why your employees are proud to work for you. Enter now!