Deliveroo Just Eat and Uber are facing calls for transparency in their apps
Deliveroo and Uber Eats, two food delivery platforms, are being urged to be more transparent about the apps that they use to manage their couriers’ working processes and pay. Twelve organizations from the EU and UK including Amnesty International and the TUC have sent an open letter urging the takeaway giants to be transparent about […]
What is the future of recruiting seasonal workers?
The Employment Rights Bill is still being revised in Parliament by the government. This will affect employers of seasonal and temporary employees. Adam Grant explores key issues that employers of seasonal and temporary workers should consider Many businesses experienced an influx in temporary workers during the holiday season to meet the increased demand for goods […]
HR’s role in making Britain a superpower of AI
The UK Government has ambitious plans to make the UK a global AI power. These plans are bold, but also necessary. The newly announced blueprint for ‘turbocharging AI’ is expected to boost industries, boost economies and improve the country’s technological position on the global stage. These opportunities are accompanied by formidable challenges. They revolve around […]
In April, the right to neonatal leave and pay will be available.
The government confirmed that thousands of families who have babies receiving neonatal care are entitled to extra time off from day one. The government has now laid the regulations for the implementation of the change. This will come into effect on 6 April 2025 if the Parliament approves it. These measures are intended to help […]
Blue Monday 2025 – Anxiety, depressive and panic disorders are the most requested mental health services in the workplace
Blue Monday 20 January 2025 The most common mental health requests at work are anxiety, depressive and panic disorders International SOS, a leading provider of health and security services, urges organisations to be proactive in addressing mental health issues of their employees. International SOS identified three of the most common mental health requests that it […]
What changes will be made to employment law in 2025?
The year 2024 saw more employment law changes than any other in recent memory. It is not slowing down as we move into 2025. Although new changes will be announced all year long, HR professionals should prepare for the changes that are already on their way. Here’s a list of changes that will occur in […]
Acas on Blue Monday: “Mental Health is an issue that affects us all year round”
The Conciliation Service Acas is urging employers to be aware of their mental health throughout the year, not just on Blue Monday (20 January), which falls today. Acas’ helpline reported an increase of almost 20% in mental health calls in the fall and winter months of 2024 compared to the spring and summer. The helpline […]
AI empowers frontline workers to improve customer service and jobs
Many people assume that AI will replace field technicians with remote solutions. Instead of eliminating jobs, businesses across various industries use AI to enhance the roles of frontline workers, improving customer service and job quality. Integrating AI into the workforce is not about replacement but augmentation–empowering employees to perform better, innovate and adapt to an […]
Can the BBC rely upon a culture that encourages celebrities to come forward when they misbehave?
The BBC has publicly acknowledged its celebrity power problems. household name have been the subject of accusations (against professional dancing on Strictly come Dancing), dismissals (One show host Jermaine Jennifers) and criminal convictions in recent years (news anchor Huw Edwards). Because of the nature of the day-to-day operation, which involves so many high-paid stars – […]
Hire the unexpected: How to attract and hire creative talent
It is difficult to hire creative specialists. The market is saturated, requirements are constantly changing, and there are few unique skills. Here are some tips to help recruiters successfully retain and attract creative talent. Hire the Unexpected Some hiring decisions may seem unsuitable at first, but they work out well in the long run. One […]