Domestic abuse is all our business: How can employers play their part?
NO MORE Week is an international campaign, taking place 3-9 March, aimed at raising awareness about domestic and sexual violence. To recognise this week, Susan Bright, CEO of EIDA (Employers’ Initiative on Domestic Abuse) details the crucial role employers play in supporting victim-survivors.
Government crackdown on illegal workers: Right to work checks
HR adviser Kate Palmer discusses employers’ legal obligation to conduct ‘right to work’ checks and the potential consequences of hiring illegal workers.
HR in 2050: From hidden powerhouse to future of the workplace
To secure its future, HR can no longer be the hidden powerhouse of the organisation, warns Gethin Nadin. For HR to bring value and uphold its reputation in 2050, the profession must become its own biggest champion.
Neonatal care leave: What employers need to know right now
With the introduction of neonatal care leave fast approaching, Rhys Wyborn, employment partner at law firm, Shakespeare Martineau, outlines how employers should prepare.
Ramadan at work: HR best practice
A guide for HR professionals on how to support employees observing Ramadan.
Employers lose £24 billion annually due to youth mental health crisis: How can HR respond?
The scale of the youth mental health crisis is increasing, and employers cannot afford to shirk responsibility for this growing problem among young and future workers. Perkbox Vivup’s Karl Bennett (Wellbeing Adviser) and Tracey Paxton (Clinical Director) share HR guidance on confronting this issue.
HR lags behind other functions in AI revolution
McKinsey research on AI adoption shows HR lags behind other functions. In response, David Liddle, CEO of The TCM Group, urges the profession to welcome AI as its co-pilot or risk becoming an administrative department.
WEF Future of Jobs Report 2025: A manager’s perfect storm
The World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report 2025 reveals technological, societal and economic changes shaping the future workplace. Here, Quentin Millington of Marble Brook shares the report’s key highlights along with eight principles to help navigate the challenges ahead.
Uncomfortable realities of decision-making in conflict
We are living through a great deal of unresolved conflict worldwide. With so few strong leadership role models, conflict specialist Jane Gunn looks at 10 tough realities of making decisions during workplace conflicts – and how we can improve.
Redundancies in the Higher Education sector: Layoffs ‘done well’
As more universities announce redundancies, we unpack how this difficult process can be led in a way that creates the best possible experience for everyone involved.
Labour WhatsApp scandal: Can employers take action over inappropriate private messages?
In the wake of the Labour WhatsApp scandal, Kate Palmer discusses whether employers have the right to monitor employee’s private messages and what steps to take if inappropriate private messages come to light.
Entries for 2025 Culture Pioneer Awards now open!
Calling all those driving excellence in workplace culture – the Culture Pioneer Awards programme is back for 2025! This is your chance to showcase your achievements and inspire others to change for the better.
Love bombing: How to spot and combat the issue at work
Love bombing is in the air this Valentine’s Day. But how does this play out in the workplace? Guy Thornton from Practice Aptitude Tests explains how leaders can spot the signs and how to combat the problem.
How will AI employees shape the future of work?
Digital employees are now a reality, says agentic AI pioneer Chetan Dube. As an HR leader, understanding the potential of these digital coworkers to tranform your organisation are crucial to your success.
Mastering pay gap reporting: From compliance to meaningful action
It’s time to take your pay gap reporting beyond mere compliance. By unlocking deeper insights, you can uncover the ‘why’ behind pay gaps and work to address the root cause of the problem.
Mental health conversations at work: An eight-step guide for managers
To mark Time to Talk Day 2025, Dr Jo Burrell offers an eight-step guide to help managers facilitate safe, supportive mental health conversations.
The business cost of DEI fatigue: Why leaders can’t afford to give up on workplace diversity
To mark Race Equality Week (3-9 February), Raj Tulsiani, CEO of Green Park, urges leaders not to use DEI fatigue as an excuse to pull back on inclusion efforts.
Emotional recession revealed: Key takeaways from State of the Heart’s study on emotional intelligence
State of the Heart’s annual research shows emotional intelligence has declined for the fourth consecutive year. Here, we explore what this means for the workplace, and how we can emerge from this emotional recession.
WFH under scrutiny: What does ‘Proper Work’ mean to Ex-M&S boss?
Another jab has been made at remote workers; this time from former M&S boss Lord Stuart Rose. To better understand why some leaders desire a full return to the office, we delve into their inner psyche to explore trust and control issues, and nostalgia for the ‘good old days’.
Josh Bersin returns to HR Tech Europe 2025
Global industry analyst Josh Bersin will kick off HR Tech Europe with an opening keynote on the AI era. Taking place on 4-5 March 2024 at RAI Amsterdam, this event is a must-attend for HR executives.
