New strike cover rules will erode workers’ rights
Workers are going to see significant changes to their rights following the government’s latest ruling on strike cover
Tory leadership contest risks disrupting the UK’s skills and levelling up ambitions
As we begin a summer-long Conservative leadership contest, it’s essential for the government to continue focusing on the levelling up agenda.
What can businesses learn from the Tory leadership race?
What recruitment lessons can employers take from the Tory leadership hunt?
Employment tribunal claims: A seven-step guide to HR’s response
A guide for HR professionals on ensuring the correct procedure is followed as well as helping minimise the impact the claim has on a business
Closing the gender pay gap before 2042
Ken Charman tracks the progress, and lack thereof, in closing the gender pay gap.
Imposter syndrome is holding women back
Avoiding imposter syndrome is a challenge but women need to overcome this to flourish at work.
Diversity vs Inclusion: Why it matters
Allaya Cooks-Campbell explores the meaning of diversity vs. inclusion, their main differences and benefits, and ways to create an inclusive environment at work.
Financial wellbeing: Why the gap between desire and success?
While employers want to help staff build financial resilience, figures show that many still feel unaware and unsupported.
Boris under pressure to introduce parliament HR following Westminster scandals
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing increasing pressure from MPs to introduce compulsory anti-sexual harassment training and an in-house HR department.
The Four Turnings: Why HR’s time to lead is written in the cycles of change
The HR profession is on the brink of change, but to evolve will require collective intelligence and compelling leadership.
Domestic abuse: Employers must be part of the community response
HR has a significant role to play in supporting employees suffering domestic abuse and the right help can save lives.
What many organisations get wrong about change
Too often change focuses on labels, functions and centres of excellence rather than what actually makes a difference.
How to deal with sexual misconduct in the workplace
The news of serious sexual misconduct complaints among MPs reignites the issue for HR.
Climate grief: Mourning for a world that might have been
Are your employees mourning for a world that might have been?
Why do employers underestimate employee money worries?
Finances are tight for everyone but employers are not seeing the bigger picture. Perhaps it is time for HR to refocus on monetary benefits and rewards.
Why do we only celebrate women’s careers on International Women’s Day?
HR needs to promote female employees’ development outside of International Women’s Day
Will Smith Oscars slap: How to minimise the risk of physical violence at work
How can HR respond to physical violence and set in place measures to create a safer workplace?
Transgender Day of Visibility: How HR and leaders can play their part
Trans Day of Visibility 2022: Leng Montgomery explores #IAMENOUGH and what HR professionals and leaders must do to ensure that trans rights are a priority
Twitter CEO leads the way on paternity leave. It’s time for others to follow suit.
If the UK wants to lose its reputation for poor parental leave policies HR needs to step in and shake things up
P&O sackings remind HR to be the radical voice of the business
Leadership and culture specialist Blaire Palmer urges HR to uphold their role as the people’s champion, even during the most testing times.