What are the most rewarding aspects of HR professionals’ jobs?
According to a survey, the most popular reason people give for working in HR is the ability to support employees. Recruiting new employees and growing a business are close behind. According to a new study by the HR, payroll, and benefits software company Ciphr (50%) half of HR decision makers agree that supporting their employees […]
HMRC employee sent birthday card and awarded PS25k
According to an employment tribunal that ordered the tax office pay PS25,000 in damages for hurt feelings, sending a birthday card was ‘unwanted behavior’ and amounted to harassment. Ms Toure started working as a Customer Service Consultant for HMRC in 2019. Her claims at tribunal included over 20 allegations of discrimination, victimisation, and race and […]
Beverlie Wilkinson : A coach’s view of strategic partnerships
As a coach who has worked with many organisations, I have seen first-hand how coaching can change HR’s impact. My mission was always to’make HR good’. I’ve seen that coaches can be strategic partners in today’s business environment. HR teams are under pressure to deliver strategic results with limited resources. Building solid foundations Clarity is […]
UKG appoints Beth Conway Chief People Officer
UKG, an HR, payroll, and workforce management solution provider, announced Beth Conway’s appointment as Chief People Officer. She will report to the CEO Jennifer Morgan and join the company 24 March. Conway will be responsible for overseeing key HR functions including talent acquisition and total rewards. She will also be in charge of employee relations, […]
What HR should know about the new rules on neonatal pay and leave that will be implemented in April
The UK Government will introduce new legislation in 2025, which will grant employees a right to statutory neonatal pay and leave for babies born after or on this date. Lisa Patmore examines the benefits for employees and implications for HR Supporting parents who have babies that need neonatal treatment through the introduction statutory neonatal leave […]
April 2025: HR in the future?
HR must prepare for a number obligations that will come into effect in April, even though the Employment Rights Bill has yet to pass through Parliament. Employers must also consider the new laws regarding redundancy and neonatal leave, as well as the controversial increase in employer’s national insurance contributions. Personnel Today offers a HR checklist […]
The NHS is suffering from an inconsistent immigration policy following Brexit
The NHS in England relies more and more on workers from countries that are themselves experiencing a shortage of health care professionals. The UK’s health is vulnerable to sudden changes in immigration policies because of this reliance. In order to retain enough staff in the UK, NHS policy has seen the hiring of workers from […]
Experts share five tips for spring cleaning your career
The arrival of spring is a time to renew, including your career. As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, it’s a great time to start a new year. Career Expert offers her top tips on how to land that dream job. Many employers are ramping up their hiring at the beginning of […]
Can we revive Gen Z’s work ethic?
By Danni Rush, COO Virgin Incentives PWC found recently that nearly four out of ten Gen Z’s are considering quitting their jobs to pursue benefits. Around 30% of the current workforce is Gen Z, which means that businesses could lose a large number of talented workers. The UK’s economic inactivity has reached an all-time record, […]
A survey finds that young people think a neurodivergent disorder could be a barrier to employment
A survey found that young people believed a neurodivergent disorder could be a barrier to employment 40% believe that a neurodivergent disorder could prevent them from gaining employment or promotion 74% neurodiverse youth have felt uncomfortable at work In a survey of over 1,000 young people in the UK, two fifths (40%) believed that being […]