Inside the CIPD Festival of Work

Join the community coming together to celebrate the people that drive productivity


The CIPD Festival of Work brings together HR and people professionals, equipping organisations to improve working lives with evidence-led insights, professional collaboration and practical approaches to the challenges and opportunities shaping the current world of work.

This hub offers guidance and solutions as well as a snapshot of what to expect at the event, showcasing key conversations, ideas and real-world insights, all designed to help you navigate the most pressing people and workplace challenges.

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The CIPD Festival of Work, taking place on 10 –11 June 2026 at Excel London, supports people professionals in shaping thriving, future-ready organisations. Over two content-rich days, the festival brings together expert speakers, immersive experiences, and meaningful networking focused on improving workplace performance and productivity.

For 2026, the festival floor will focus on practical solutions you can apply immediately, with strategic insights across seven dedicated stages including Tech Innovations, Leadership, Wellbeing, and Employee Experience. Register for your free ticket and join the people that drive productivity.

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Expert insights

Access insights, guidance and solutions from Festival of Work experts.

Event highlights

Your guide to the Festival of Work 2026

By HRZone
Closing the gap by rethinking learning

L&D insights

Training isn’t closing the skills gap: How to rethink learning

By Josh Bersin
HR salaries are stagnating. Here's what employers need to do about it

Employee engagement

HR salaries are stagnating: What can employers do about it?

By Isabel Jackson

Why attend the CIPD Festival of Work?

The CIPD Festival of Work celebrates everything our organisations can achieve when we invest in our people.

And, over two days, it shows us how.
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Resources

Uncover additional resources from the CIPD to help you navigate the world of work.

Tracking law changes: Employment Rights Act 2025

Keep up to date with what is changing under the Employment Rights Act 2025, the Equality (Race and Disability) Bill and the plan to Make Work Pay.
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AI in the workplace

Browse CIPD resources on the use and impact of artificial intelligence technology in the workplace.
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The 4 signs of burnout - solutions for managers

Discover key signs of burnout every manager should recognise, practical solutions to support employee mental health, and insights from Breathe’s holiday report on the rise of burnout among UK workers.
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Webinar: The unused holiday epidemic

with Lizzie Benton & Jemma Fairclough-Haynes, hosted by Amy Rosoman 11am | 5th September 2024 | 60 mins
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2/3 of UK workers don't use their holiday days

(And the reasons why are unbelievable)

Recent years have been challenging for employers and employees due to Brexit, Covid, and rising costs. Employees who skip time off risk burnout, affecting productivity. Recognising the need for a healthy approach to time off, Breathe surveyed 1,000 UK employees to understand their holiday habits and provide key actions for employers to take. Learn more in the report.
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Case studies

Find out how Breathe helps businesses – just like yours – manage their HR more effectively.

Casterbridge Wealth

Learn how Breathe played a key role in supporting business growth by maintaining efficient HR processes with tools and reminders that kept the team on track.

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Easby Group

Learn how Breathe improved overall management efficiencies and saved money for Easby.

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Cinnamon HR

Learn how Cinnamon HR turned their business around with the help of Breathe's Partner Programme.

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Connection

How to actually develop a learning culture

By Andy Loveless
Culture change

Leadership

Labour Lessons: Symbolic actions to accelerate culture change

By Ella Overshott
woman stretching on mountain top during sunrise: are we taking wellbeing too far?
Wellbeing vs business priorities

Are we taking employee wellbeing too far?

There are growing concerns about the impact of hybrid working on connection, team management and culture. Is the focus on individual wellbeing being prioritised over that of the needs of organisations and customers?

By Ella Overshott
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Performance

Be more Jürgen: Klopp’s people-first leadership at Liverpool FC

By Andy Loveless
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Hybrid working

How do you know if your hybrid approach is working?

By Ella Overshott

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Employee recognition. A tool for surviving in turbulent times

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