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Gen Z is hesitant to speak out at work, survey suggests

Research findings published today (23 June) reveal that Gen Z (people aged 18 to 24) are less likely to speak to their employer about negative workplace issues compared with older generations.

Culture | BBC faces scrutiny over alleged bullying culture

The BBC has hired a consultant to conduct an internal review into allegations of bullying and misconduct made against BBC Breakfast editor Richard Frediani, who has taken an extended leave from the...

Gig economy | Uber drivers see earnings cut: Can HR better support gig workers?

Uber drivers are earning “substantially less” an hour since the company introduced a “dynamic pricing” algorithm in 2023, combined with the company taking a higher share of fares, research released on...

Personal development | Best of HR books: June 2025

We delve into the latest book releases for HR professionals.

Talent management | Boards need CHROs to help with CEO succession planning, now

It’s the discussion CHROs dread having with their boss. But boards are increasingly expecting modern CHROs to take an early lead on it: CEO succession.

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Do the Best Work of Your Life, episode eight: Hasten high performance, and supercharge success

Can artificial intelligence (AI) successfully prepare managers and employees for even the trickiest performance management discussions? Yes, according to ‘AI evangelist’ Ollie Quayle, who works for...

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Legal ease | Prepare for changes to unfair dismissal rules

How can HR prepare employers for enhanced employee protection against unfair dismissal? Matt Jenkin offers his advice.

Employment tribunal | Gambling exec wins £70k in flawed sexual harassment case

Employment law

Leaders of the gambling firm William Hill were ordered to pay a former executive £68,065 after a tribunal ruled that he was unfairly dismissed.

Recruitment | When AI does the work, hire people who can think

Recruitment

To futureproof organisations in the artificial intelligence (AI) age, more organisations may need the skills that people who make wonky career choices already have.

Wellbeing | Dubai chocolate craze sparks workplace safety concerns

Wellbeing

As viral food trends infiltrate UK companies, and lines between personal consumption and workplace sharing are blurred, we asked commentators about the associated health and safety challenges for HR...

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Productivity | Small businesses stuck in ‘survival mode’, research suggests

Smaller businesses are in “survival mode”, and there is a disconnect between how productivity is measured and understood by leaders of small to medium enterprises (SMEs) compared to their employees,...

Legal ease | Prepare for changes to unfair dismissal rules

How can HR prepare employers for enhanced employee protection against unfair dismissal? Matt Jenkin offers his advice.

Bias | Misconceptions about epilepsy fuel workplace bias

People living with epilepsy in the UK face bias at work due to a lack of understanding about the condition, according to research released earlier this week.

Leadership | Why AI contributes to the silent disappearance of middle managers

When management functions are replaced by technology, what gets missed?

Employment tribunal | Gambling exec wins £70k in flawed sexual harassment case

Leaders of the gambling firm William Hill were ordered to pay a former executive £68,065 after a tribunal ruled that he was unfairly dismissed.

Boardroom | Lessons from the C-suite: Mark Walley, STEP

Mark Walley, CEO of STEP, shares how sport, setbacks, and self-awareness shaped his leadership journey.

Recruitment | Dentists trained overseas face barriers to skilled work

As a healthcare leader called on the UK government to make it easier to hire dentists who have been trained abroad, we asked commentators about the barriers hiring overseas talent, and how HR can help...

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The cost of living crisis has returned: HR must be ready

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

How can HR departments support younger employees to save money? 

Pensions

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

Financial wellbeing support: Where is the boundary for employers?

Employee benefits

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

HR software

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.