Five years later: employers ‘still grappling with effects of Covid’
Many employers in the UK are still adjusting to the long-term effects of the Covid-19 pandemic five years after the first lockdown on 23 March 2020 according to the CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development. The pandemic impacted businesses and individuals in multiple ways – including health concerns, job losses and business […]
Customer service is ranked second by HR and recruitment
According to a new study, the HR sector and recruiting is ranked second for customer service. The ‘Customer Service Report,’ by WhatsApp’s business communications specialist Esendex analysed Trustpilot reviews to calculate a weighted score for each industry out of 100. This was done after weighing in the overall review scores as well as average sentiment […]
Sullivan Review shows how ‘sex’ has been purged from data
The Sullivan review, commissioned under the last Conservative government, has shown how biological sex has been erased from official data and that the meaning of sex is ‘no longer stable’ in administrative or major survey data. This instability is evident across key policy areas including health and justice and has led to a “widespread loss […]
UK is only advanced economy where economic inactivity is increasing
The UK is an international outlier when it comes to economic inactivity, a new government-commissioned report has found, as employers find it cheaper to replace workers than retain them. The discovery phase of the new Keep Britain Working Review, led by Sir Charles Mayfield, found that “the costs borne by employers for sickness absence are […]
Ben & Jerry’s accuses Unilever of sacking a boss for activism
Ice-cream firm Ben & Jerry’s has said its chief executive, David Stever, was being removed by its parent company, Unilever, over the company’s political and social activism. The allegation was part of a legal case filed in a US court by Ben & Jerry’s that says Unilever, which has owned the ice-cream firm since 2000, […]
What does welfare reform mean for employers
Rob Moss examines the Pathways to Work Green Paper and its possible implications for employers. Liz Kendall, minister for work and pensions, spoke yesterday in the House of Commons about the stark realities facing the UK’s economy. 10% of people in working age claim disability or sickness benefits. One out of eight young people, or […]
Explore the role of AI to facilitate remote onboarding
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the most important invention of our century. AI has become a part of almost every aspect of our lives and businesses. It is therefore no surprise that it plays a crucial role in streamlining the remote work process, particularly when it comes onboarding new employees remotely. The COVID-19 Pandemic was responsible […]
The secret to future-proofing your workforce – 8/5/25
The secret to future-proofing your workforce Free live webinar 8th May @11am We all know the world of work is evolving fast, but with Gartner research highlighting that 58% of HR leaders are unsure which skills to invest in for the future, it’s clear that predicting what’s next isn’t easy. As businesses navigate rapid change, […]
How to manage different types of leave across industries and stay compliant as a business
Why managing leave is important Today, managing employee leaves is not just an administrative task. It’s also a requirement for compliance. Organizations in different industries are faced with a complicated landscape of leave entitlements that must be navigated to comply with the law and promote employee well-being. Businesses must manage different types of leave efficiently […]
How writing skills influence employee performance
Effective employee development is essential to the success of any organization in today’s competitive business environment. Writing skills are one area that is gaining more attention in employee development. Writing skills, along with technical skills and people-skills, can have a dramatic impact on employee performance. They improve communication, collaboration and efficiency. This article discusses how […]