Discover the latest additions to the Greater Manchester good employment movement, making a positive impact on over 20,000 employees. Among them are two NHS organisations, with one being the first NHS Foundation Trust to join. Witness this significant milestone for Greater Manchester and the health and social care sector.

Discover the transformative journey of an apprentice as they reflect on their experience during National Apprenticeship Week 2024. Explore insights into skills development, workplace challenges, and the impact of fair wages, showcasing the value of apprenticeships for both individuals and businesses.

Explore the future of work—driven by a surge in demand for flexibility. Spring 2024 brings legislative reforms, making flexible working the default. Acas offers the 'Flex at Work' Toolkit and a Code of Practice for positive employer approaches. Embrace workplace flexibility for good work and join Acas's campaign.

This blog reflects on how the Charter has adapted to challenges from Brexit and COVID-19. In 2024, the focus is on equity, technology's role, and promoting fairness at work. The blog provides insights into the 2024 Good Employment Week, highlighting the ongoing commitment to social justice and 'good work for all.'

Sharon Amesu, Board Member of the Charter, extends her gratitude to the new Members of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter. She celebrates the achievements of the new Members, and in particular the milestone that all 10 local authorities are now accredited.

In this blog, Phil Arnold talks about committing to long-term equality, diversity and inclusion practices and how it is effective by sharing a Digital Independent Specialist College (DISC) Manchester case study.

Discover how "Autosave," an innovative approach inspired by successful pension auto-enrolment, can enhance financial resilience for British workers. This opt-out savings model is currently being trialed by major employers, showing impressive results that could revolutionize workplace savings. Explore the history of auto-enrolment in pensions and its staggering success in boosting participation and real-terms pension savings. Learn how Autosave addresses the lack of savings, stress, and poor mental health among employees, making it a promising solution.

Members of the Charter Adept Corporate Services, Carrs Pasties and Seddon Construction have backed paying the Real Living Wage in a video released today (6^th November) to mark Living Wage Week. Better recruitment, retention and profits are just some of the benefits cited by the three firms who have signed up to the voluntary Real Living Wage scheme.

Head of CIPD in Northern England, Daphne Doody-Green, talks about AI in the workplace and how we should embrace Artificial Intelligence, not fear it. Read more about keeping up with AI, why we shouldn't be scared of AI taking our jobs and further guidance for employers.