IDS Pay Report 1054 contains the latest pay settlement analysis from IDSPay.co.uk. There is a rising proportion of higher-level settlements in the private sector, where the number of newly-negotiated long-terms deals is also a sign of continuing recovery. By contrast, the nuber of pay freezes in the public sector is growing. A separate feature article looks at the energy and water sectors, where settlements are at higher levels than the rest of the economy. The impetus to these agreements has been continuing profitability, but also a desire for industrial relations stability.
In a special guest article, Amit Sen from the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service, explains how Acas undertakes resolving disputes. He outlines the arbitration process, describes the role of the Acas arbitrator and indicates the benefits that can accrue to employers and unions from making use of the service.
Our latest occupational focus is on occupational therapists and occupational health advisors. We look at the roles and typical salaries for both these jobs.