Young people think apprenticeships are for 'male' industries

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

Conservative manifesto pledges national training scheme

What does the Conservatives' 2017 manifesto mean for HR?

Case study: Digital innovation at Ferrari

Ferrari's consortium approach to solving its digital challenges has benefitted multiple companies

The case for curiosity

 “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.” Albert Einstein

Apprentices lacking support from line managers

A quarter of firms have never considered taking on an apprentice

Measure ROI on L&D programmes

Speaking at the CIPD L&D Show, EDF's Darren Gleave explained the importance of measuring ROI

Ensuring the apprenticeship levy is not doomed to fail

MPs have labelled the apprenticeship levy a “blunt instrument” but it is still an opportunity not to be missed

CIPD releases Work Manifesto ahead of general election

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

Baby Boomers at higher risk of job automation

Younger people are substantially more likely to choose roles at lower risk of automation

Parents see boys as more suited to tech roles

Gender bias was also found in parents’ views of what constitutes useful skills for their children

Poor digital literacy affecting public sector

Most senior public sector HR leaders think a lack of skills is affecting their organisation

Case study: WHSmith's approach to mental health

High street stalwart WHSmith wanted to mark its 225th anniversary with a project with a difference