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Clifford Chance cuts jobs as AI reshapes roles

Law firm Clifford Chance is set to cut about 10% of its business services staff in London due to greater use of artificial intelligence, according to an article published by the Financial Times on 21...

Crisis management | Fire temporarily shuts down UN climate talks in Brazil

The United Nations COP30 climate talks in Belém, Brazil, were temporarily shut down on Thursday (20 November) after a fire broke out at the conference site, prompting an evacuation of delegates and...

Reward and recognition | How to keep Christmas morale high when budgets are under pressure

As we fast approach the festive season, many HR leaders face a challenge: how to maintain team morale and show genuine appreciation when financial constraints make traditional Christmas bonuses...

Workplace investigations | Former police officer protests too-long misconduct investigation

A former Hampshire police officer has spoken about the impact of what he described as an unfair and long misconduct investigation, the BBC reported yesterday (20 November).

Recruitment | AIG pulls appointment of ex-Lloyd’s CEO over alleged relationship

American International Group (AIG) has withdrawn its decision to appoint former Lloyd’s of London CEO John Neal, after learning he was being investigated over an alleged workplace relationship, the...

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Collision course: Why you can’t afford to overlook driver mental health

When it comes to workforce wellbeing, one group remains critically underserved: employees who drive for work.

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Compliance | The rising tactical use of workplace data subject access requests

Data subject access requests (DSARs) are now a staple tactic in workplace disputes.

Boardroom | Wood Group sold to Dubai-based firm

Organisational design

Aberdeen-based Wood Group, a multinational engineering and consulting business, has been acquired by Dubai-based engineering firm Sidara in a £216m deal. Shareholders voted in favour of the takeover...

Employee benefits | Reeves plans cap on Cycle to Work tax benefits

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Rachel Reeves is preparing to limit the tax benefits available through salary sacrifice schemes for purchasing high-value bicycles, the Financial Times reported on 13 November.

Employee expenses | The hidden morale cost of bad expense policies

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Leaders and HR professionals should pay more attention to employee expense policies. Here's why.

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Wellbeing | How employers can brace for a severe flu season

With this year’s flu wave set to be the worst in a decade, it’s important to take steps now to protect workers and minimise business disruption.

Wellbeing | Two thirds of HR have ‘little energy’ for their own wellbeing

Two thirds (61%) of HR professionals in the UK say that after spending time supporting others' wellbeing, they have 'little energy' left for their own, according to research findings from HR software...

Wellbeing | Government unveils men’s health strategy

The government has launched England's first Men's Health Strategy yesterday (19 November), coinciding with International Men's Day, suggesting tailored healthcare and support for men and boys.

Compliance | The rising tactical use of workplace data subject access requests

Data subject access requests (DSARs) are now a staple tactic in workplace disputes.

Pensions | Career breaks drive widening gender pension gap

Women are 12 times more likely than men to take a career break to care for children, resulting in a widening gender pension savings gap, according to a report published by pensions provider Scottish...

Boardroom | Wood Group sold to Dubai-based firm

Aberdeen-based Wood Group, a multinational engineering and consulting business, has been acquired by Dubai-based engineering firm Sidara in a £216m deal. Shareholders voted in favour of the takeover...

Recruitment | Your next first-rate hire could be an ex-offender

Imagine if 25% of your revenue came from a single audience. You’d have dedicated account managers, checklists, policies and the best marketing on your website talking about how great this product or...

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Cost of living learning hub

HR needs to bring pay into the 21st century

It's long past time for HR and payroll teams to rethink pay cycles and benefits.

UK CEO pay hits record high

Reward and remuneration

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).

Over half of Gen Z and Millennials are considering second jobs

Employee benefits

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 crisis has returned: HR must be ready

Cost of living

The cost of living may again become a problem this year, representing yet another challenge for employers.