Older workers not supported in the workplace

Only 12% thought older people were appreciated and respected at work

Getting the best out of staff who fast

Fasting for Ramadan needn't mean lost productivity, as long as a supportive, flexible approach is taken

SPL take-up remains low

Research thought to be the biggest of its kind found lack of awareness and affordability are still key issues

Older workers could be your biggest asset

You might feel that older workers are holding your business back, but they could be your biggest asset

Firms publish age diversity data

BITC and the government have called for UK employers to publicly commit to employing 12% more older workers by 2022

Non-native accents: An unacknowledged workplace stigma?

Even when speaking the same language, subtle differences in speaking styles can have persistent effects

The great Millennials myth: The secret to motivating young people

Generational difference models aim to predict overriding characteristics, but lack evidence and lead to poor decision-making

Young people think apprenticeships are for 'male' industries

Parents also assume apprenticeships are more prevalent in 'male' sectors

Gender diversity and global mobility

While women make up about 40% of the global workforce, only 15-25% of international assignees are women

More people than ever expecting to work past 65

Low returns on savings, insufficient pensions and enjoying a job were all reasons given

CIPD releases Work Manifesto ahead of general election

The industry body wants politicians to make employment central to the next government's agenda

Be vocal and visible on LGBT inclusion

Education and visibility go hand in hand. The more we know the better champions we are