Trevor Phillips: Distributed leadership is the “future of business”

A panel on day one of the CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition spoke about different ways HR can create good work

Hot topic: Preventing knife crime

In April the Office for National Statistics revealed that knife crime hit its highest level since records began in 2011

‘Superjobs’ to replace many “static task-based jobs”

There is a growing trend for AI-augmented multidisciplinary roles, and HR should anticipate this shift now

Handling allegations of criminal behaviour in the workplace

Crime is not just something that happens outside of working hours and away from working premises

A third of private sector firms unaware of IR35 changes

?A third (33%) of private sector organisations that regularly engage non-permanent contractors don't know anything about upcoming IR35 reforms, according to research from Hays

Jobseekers 'cheating' recruitment platforms

Research suggests there is an imbalance of tech and humans in the hiring process, allowing candidates to manipulate algorithms to better their chances

Harnessing the Amazon mindset in talent acquisition

Advancements in technology mean recruiters can target candidates with personalised communications and achieve higher candidate quality

How easy is it to claw back bonuses from senior executives?

It is easier to refuse payment than to recover sums already paid

Top tips for hiring returners

?Tapping into an underused talent pool by hiring returners is a smart decision for any hiring team – particularly as a way to tackle skills shortages

Firms put off hiring veterans due to mental health concerns

Almost half (46%) of UK recruiters worry about hiring a service leaver in case they have mental health issues, despite many possessing the skills employers urgently need

Royal Mail workers vote for strike action

The Communication Workers Union claims Royal Mail is breaking the "progressive" agreement on pay, pensions and working hours reached last year

Employees with mental health issues feel less likely to progress

Research launched ahead of World Mental Health Day shows employers must do more to ensure those with mental health conditions have equal opportunities to progress at work