Menu
14/02/2007
Armagh Council score NI first
Staff at Armagh City and District Council are celebrating after becoming the first NI local authority to clinch the Employer of Choice award.
The accolade recognises the Council's long standing commitment to employee wellbeing, dating back to the mid-1990s when the first lifestyle committee was established, encouraging staff to adopt healthier habits.
Armagh Council entered the Employer of Choice Programme in September 2005, starting with a work life balance survey, before developing an action plan to address the issues highlighted by staff in the audit.
John Briggs, Chief Executive, opened an event for Council staff at the Market Place Theatre today to mark the Employer of Choice award.
"We are very proud to be the first Northern Ireland Council to gain this prestigious award. The wellbeing of all our citizens has been one of our key priorities for many years and that, of course, includes our employees.
"Having now received this honour, we do not intend to rest on our laurels and will continue to implement improvements and monitor progress through periodic work life balance audits," said Mr Briggs.
The Employer of Choice event was organised by the Council's current lifestyle committee and featured keynote speakers on debt and financial management, as this was highlighted by employees as the main cause of personal stress.
There was also a presentation on how to avoid becoming a victim of crime, advice on the smoking ban to be implemented from 30 April and a demonstration of how to cook on a budget.
In addition to this, a number of interactive workshops for staff were held, focusing on preventing stress and encouraging healthier lifestyles.
Employer of Choice is now recruiting businesses for the next round of the programme.
(SP)
The accolade recognises the Council's long standing commitment to employee wellbeing, dating back to the mid-1990s when the first lifestyle committee was established, encouraging staff to adopt healthier habits.
Armagh Council entered the Employer of Choice Programme in September 2005, starting with a work life balance survey, before developing an action plan to address the issues highlighted by staff in the audit.
John Briggs, Chief Executive, opened an event for Council staff at the Market Place Theatre today to mark the Employer of Choice award.
"We are very proud to be the first Northern Ireland Council to gain this prestigious award. The wellbeing of all our citizens has been one of our key priorities for many years and that, of course, includes our employees.
"Having now received this honour, we do not intend to rest on our laurels and will continue to implement improvements and monitor progress through periodic work life balance audits," said Mr Briggs.
The Employer of Choice event was organised by the Council's current lifestyle committee and featured keynote speakers on debt and financial management, as this was highlighted by employees as the main cause of personal stress.
There was also a presentation on how to avoid becoming a victim of crime, advice on the smoking ban to be implemented from 30 April and a demonstration of how to cook on a budget.
In addition to this, a number of interactive workshops for staff were held, focusing on preventing stress and encouraging healthier lifestyles.
Employer of Choice is now recruiting businesses for the next round of the programme.
(SP)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
27 February 2023
Belfast First NI Council To Become Living Wage Employer
Belfast City Council is Northern Ireland's first council to become an accredited Living Wage Employer. To become accredited, the Council has to pay its employees the Foundation Living Wage as well as ensuring any regularly contracted workers are paid the living wage hourly rate.
Belfast First NI Council To Become Living Wage Employer
Belfast City Council is Northern Ireland's first council to become an accredited Living Wage Employer. To become accredited, the Council has to pay its employees the Foundation Living Wage as well as ensuring any regularly contracted workers are paid the living wage hourly rate.
25 April 2014
Council To Become Living Wage Employer
SDLP Councillor Claire Hanna has welcomed the news by Belfast City Council that it is to become a Living Wage employer. The decision follows proposals brought by Councillor Hanna, and will make Belfast the first Living Wage Council in Ireland.
Council To Become Living Wage Employer
SDLP Councillor Claire Hanna has welcomed the news by Belfast City Council that it is to become a Living Wage employer. The decision follows proposals brought by Councillor Hanna, and will make Belfast the first Living Wage Council in Ireland.
18 May 2022
JobStart Meet The Employer Event Announced
More than 25 Belfast-based employers are set to attend a free JobStart Meet the Employer on Tuesday 31 May at The MAC. Organised by Belfast City Council, the JobStart Meet the Employer event will offer 16-24 year olds the chance to chat to diverse employers including Allstate, Bruiser Theatre Company, Titanic Hotel and Ulster Wildlife.
JobStart Meet The Employer Event Announced
More than 25 Belfast-based employers are set to attend a free JobStart Meet the Employer on Tuesday 31 May at The MAC. Organised by Belfast City Council, the JobStart Meet the Employer event will offer 16-24 year olds the chance to chat to diverse employers including Allstate, Bruiser Theatre Company, Titanic Hotel and Ulster Wildlife.
21 March 2005
Employer hiring confidence ‘very high’
Employer hiring confidence in Northern Ireland is “very strong", according to research released today by Manpower, the UK's leading workforce management company. The Manpower Employment Outlook Survey shows that the balance of employers forecasting to take on more staff in Northern Ireland is up 24% compared to a UK average of 15%.
Employer hiring confidence ‘very high’
Employer hiring confidence in Northern Ireland is “very strong", according to research released today by Manpower, the UK's leading workforce management company. The Manpower Employment Outlook Survey shows that the balance of employers forecasting to take on more staff in Northern Ireland is up 24% compared to a UK average of 15%.
31 August 2022
Staff At Lisburn & Castlereagh Council To Take Strike Action Over Pay
Staff at Lisburn & Castlereagh Council are also to take strike action after bosses failed to deliver a pay rise. Unite the union has notified the council of continuous strike action starting on 06 September.
Staff At Lisburn & Castlereagh Council To Take Strike Action Over Pay
Staff at Lisburn & Castlereagh Council are also to take strike action after bosses failed to deliver a pay rise. Unite the union has notified the council of continuous strike action starting on 06 September.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A cloudy day with a little light rain or drizzle at times, but some spells of drier weather too. The north coast may become somewhat brighter later this afternoon. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:Cloudy and patchy light rain will slowly clear away this evening. Then the rest of the night will be dry with broken cloud. Westerly winds freshening in the early hours. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
