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Musk calls for Farage to be replaced as Reform UK leader

As Elon Musk called for Nigel Farage to be replaced as leader of the political party Reform UK, we asked HR commentators how leaders can best handle critical feedback. 

Wellbeing | How to harness the power of nature to transform your work culture

Especially at this dreary time of year, employees need encouragement to get outside. It’s time for HR to lead by example.

Employment tribunal | Teenage employment advisor victimised for wearing trainers to office, tribunal rules 

An 18-year-old employment advisor was victimised, a tribunal ruled, after she wore trainers to the office and was “unfairly tackled” by her manager for not adhering to the dress code.

HR careers | HR leaders feature in 2025 New Year Honours List

HR leaders have been recognised in the New Year Honours List for 2025, which acknowledges the achievements of people across the UK.

Employment law | HR must prepare for Fair Work Agency's enforcement powers

The government is proposing a new state enforcement agency, the Fair Work Agency (FWA), as part of the Employment Rights Bill, meaning that UK businesses and HR leaders must adapt to stay compliant.

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How to make pay gap reporting smoother and far more insightful

It’s pay gap reporting time again – but this year there are faster, more insightful and more cost-effective ways to do it.

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Remote work | Working from home risks women's career progress, says Nationwide leader

Women who work from home could be at risk of missing out on opportunities at work, according to Debbie Crosbie, chief executive of Nationwide bank.

Workforce management | HR can't afford to ignore 'organisational charlatans'

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‘Organisational charlatans,’ also known as ‘false performers,’ can infiltrate any organisation. How can HR professionals confidently identify them?

Recruitment | How HR can manage the January recruitment boom

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Traditionally, jobseekers look to start a new job in the new year. We asked commentators how HR practitioners can manage the January recruitment boom.

HR careers | Future leader: Helen Foster, Kerry Dairy Consumer Foods

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Helen Foster, senior HR business partner at Kerry Dairy Consumer Foods, shares her vision for the future of HR.

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Remote work | Working from home risks women's career progress, says Nationwide leader

Women who work from home could be at risk of missing out on opportunities at work, according to Debbie Crosbie, chief executive of Nationwide bank.

Fertility | Few employers have a fertility policy, survey suggests

Despite 63% of managers considering fertility policies to be important, just 19% reported that their organisation has a formal fertility policy in place, a survey conducted by the Chartered Management...

Workforce management | HR can't afford to ignore 'organisational charlatans'

‘Organisational charlatans,’ also known as ‘false performers,’ can infiltrate any organisation. How can HR professionals confidently identify them?

Employee engagement | Charity donations boost employee engagement

Three quarters (75%) of employers do not donate to charity despite employees reporting that they feel more engaged at companies that give to charitable programmes, research by Charities Aid Foundation...

Recruitment | How HR can manage the January recruitment boom

Traditionally, jobseekers look to start a new job in the new year. We asked commentators how HR practitioners can manage the January recruitment boom.

HR careers | Future leader: Helen Foster, Kerry Dairy Consumer Foods

Helen Foster, senior HR business partner at Kerry Dairy Consumer Foods, shares her vision for the future of HR.

Skills | Make the most of apprenticeship funding as the in-work learning landscape changes

The government is shaking up the way that Level 7 apprenticeships are funded. Now, more than ever, employers must invest in skills-based learning.

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Cost of living learning hub

How can HR departments support younger employees to save money? 

Economic uncertainty has illustrated the need for HR departments to support employees’ financial wellbeing.

Financial wellbeing support: Where is the boundary for employers?

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The employer-employee relationship is one of the most important financial relationships. With the recent period of high inflation and ongoing economic uncertainty, many workers find themselves in...

“Bland” Spring Budget a flop for HR

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Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Spring Budget has gone down poorly with employment experts, who have criticised its narrow focus on personal tax cuts and “bland and beige” policies.

'Loud budgeting' is trending – here's what HR can learn

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There’s a reason trends go viral. It’s because they tap into the zeitgeist and vocalise something lots of us are thinking. This is certainly the case with 'loud budgeting'.