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Do not fret – HR is the vibrant profession

Non-stop debates about the purpose and value of HR can infuriate people. But, argues Dean Royles, this actually indicates how vibrant the profession is.

Business must get better at encouraging networks, says Gratton

Businesses need to get better at forming networks and bringing the outside world into their organisations, according to London Business School professor of management practice Lynda Gratton.

Cable to pledge higher pay for apprentices

Secretary for business, innovation and skills Vince Cable will today unveil plans to increase the minimum rate of pay for apprentices by £1.06 per hour.

Lucy Adams and the school of hard knocks

In 2013, Lucy Adams became the face of the BBC payoff scandal. In an exclusive interview she explains why, after a year away, she's back fighting.

Taking care of the pennies at TSB

TSB is banking's newest contender, but how is it differentiating itself in a competitive – and still struggling – sector?

Importance of EI varies by job type

Most HRDs agree that emotional intelligence (EI) has an impact on job performance but, until now, no published study has demonstrated that the value of EI for performance varies by job type.

Can HR add value to its data and analytics?

When it comes to HR, is data and analytics just another passing fad? Although scepticism abounds around measurement, its ability to create useful insight should not be underestimated.

Migrant labour and youth employment not 'either/or choice', says CIPD

Most employers do not see a link between hiring migrant workers and damaging youth employment, according to a report by the CIPD.

Midwives strike over NHS pay

Members of the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) have voted overwhelmingly to strike over pay in the NHS.

Osborne proposes two-year freeze on benefits

Chancellor George Osborne has announced that the Conservatives would freeze benefits for those of a working age if they win a clear majority in the next general election.

Take-home pay in 2017 lower than pre-crisis levels, says EY report

Take-home pay in 2017 will be lower than pre-crisis levels, says an EY report.

Advertised salaries growing faster than inflation, says Adzuna

Average advertised salaries saw a year-on-year increase of 1.9% up to August 2014, according to research by Adzuna.