Its apparent ‘flexibility’ is an illusion and the potent mix of rising costs and poorer service will expose this
Workers are often distracted by social media, but also aren't taking breaks for meals or to leave the office
Lesley Swarbrick and Mee-Yan Cheung-Judge discuss why an OD ‘lens’ is so useful during change
The state pension age increase from 67 to 68 is to be brought forward
While there is no doubt that exploitative practices exist, it is wrong to assume that all firms in the gig economy fit this mould
We can't always provide the extent of control an agency can give, but we can look to increase flexibility
The review's recommendations include the right to request a direct employment contract, reduced tribunal fees and a ‘dependent contractor’ category of worker
The awards showcase flexible and family-friendly workplaces across the UK
More companies are discovering the benefits of shared services in HR. How do you make sure you get it right?
One in five employees assumes their flexible working request will be denied
Only one in 10 positions with a salary between £20,000 and £34,000 offer flexible working
It’s vital to break down the perception that flexible working is linked to lower levels of employee commitment