A Scottish government trial of a four-day work week in the public sector has found an increase in productivity and improvements in staff wellbeing, according to a report released on 27 August.
A heated Senate debate in Mexico turned physical, last week, as two leading politicians were filmed grappling and shouting on 27 August.
Workplace culture is evolving, and HR leaders are at the forefront of shaping environments that are inclusive, healthy and supportive. One area that often goes unexamined is the role alcohol plays in...
A seaside fairground worker was fatally injured in a “tragic accident” in North Tyneside on 23 August, the BBC reported.
One in three employees (34%) feel anxious on days there are no trained first aiders available in the workplace, according to new data from St John Ambulance released yesterday (28 August).
This September, during World Alzheimer’s Month, we’re reminded not only of those living with the disease but also of the millions of people quietly caring for them while balancing work and family...
Fifty per cent of adults believe that workers and unions should have a say in how AI is developed and used in the workplace, according to new figures released by the Trade Union Congress (TUC)...
Nearly 4 in 10 Gen Z workers (38%) feel lonely or socially isolated due to their work circumstances, according to new research by Bupa, reported in The Times on Sunday (24 August).
With evolving hybrid working models and changing employee expectations, the role of HR leaders is ever more demanding. Yet some of the biggest risks to people and culture aren’t obvious until they...
The government’s decision to abolish age-based minimum wage bands from April 2026 marks an important milestone in UK employment law.
We talk a lot about mental health in the workplace. But there’s a group of employees whose struggles often go unseen: working carers.
Fifty per cent of adults believe that workers and unions should have a say in how AI is developed and used in the workplace, according to new figures released by the Trade Union Congress (TUC)...
More than four in ten (44%) workers say that workplace conflict is rising, according to new data released yesterday (27 August) by workplace advisory firm Acas.
In June, the government announced the resurrection of the Pension Commission. This move was motivated by data that suggests nearly 15 million people are undersaving for their retirement and more are...
A report has revealed evidence of sexism, misogyny, and violence against women within Police Scotland at both institutional and individual levels.
Nearly 4 in 10 Gen Z workers (38%) feel lonely or socially isolated due to their work circumstances, according to new research by Bupa, reported in The Times on Sunday (24 August).
With evolving hybrid working models and changing employee expectations, the role of HR leaders is ever more demanding. Yet some of the biggest risks to people and culture aren’t obvious until they...
The bosses of Britain’s largest listed companies took home record-high pay packets for the third successive year, according to a report released by High Pay Centre on Sunday (17 August).
More than half of Gen Z and Millennials are considering a second job to help with the cost of living, according to research findings released yesterday (24 July) by benefits provider Boostworks.
The cost of living may again become a problem this year, representing yet another challenge for employers.
Economic uncertainty has illustrated the need for HR departments to support employees’ financial wellbeing.
