The gender pay gap  - not just a squeeze on pockets

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Half of women still feel stigma of talking about menopause at work

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WIG’s Diversity and Inclusion Series 2021

Starting Monday 15 March, a four day conference hosted by The Whitehall and Industry Group (WIG) will examine the importance of diversity and inclusion within organisations.

The human workplace is the new work paradigm

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Budget failures could lead to high unemployment

Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s 2021 Spring Budget could be putting 750,000 viable jobs at risk due to flaws in the scheme to reduce unemployment.

Continued home working risks physical health

Long-term home working poses a threat to employee’s physical health and requires closer HR attention.

Blended learning crucial to business survival

One year on, the impact of COVID-19 lockdown on businesses globally has been devastating. Many businesses have had to pivot their business models to remain relevant in a contactless, virtual world. 

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Spring Budget 2021 offers HR breathing space but lacks skills investments

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has extended the three-point Plan for Jobs, increased minimum wage and introduced new schemes to help businesses recover after coronavirus, yet measures to plug skills gaps in...

Ontological security at work

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Long-term furlough will take its toll on employees

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HR industry skills gap concerns exacerbated by Brexit

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HR relieved as furlough extended to September 2021

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