Strategic HR

Lineker leaves the BBC

As Gary Lineker, the BBC’s highest paid presenter, leaves the broadcaster this week, we asked commentators how to manage the exits of senior staff.

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MoD to review asking about mental health during recruitment

The defence secretary is reviewing the Ministry of Defence’s recruitment policies, a government representative confirmed last week, in response to concerns over candidates’ past experience of...

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What might the UK-EU summit’s talent agreements mean for HR?

A new UK-EU agreement on post-Brexit relations may boost access to talent for some firms but questions remain about the immediacy and depth of impact, legal experts say.

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Build an AI-resilient recruitment process

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how people live and work. Recruitment is no exception.

UK workers at brink of burnout, study finds

Britain’s workforce is struggling to switch off outside of work, leading to a rise in wellbeing issues, according to study findings published today by employee engagement and benefits platform BHN...

BA fined £3.2m over workplace safety breaches

British Airways has been fined more than £3m after two baggage handlers were injured at Heathrow Airport.

How can we solve the wellbeing crisis in HR? 

HR professionals are the guardians of workplace wellbeing. But who’s looking out for theirs?

Water watchdog allowed lavish spending: can HR prevent expense abuse?

An investigation into a Scottish water regulator’s accounts found “inappropriate and unacceptable” spending, which the Scottish government reportedly failed to challenge.

Former executive wins tribunal over boss' sexist remarks

A former people and culture manager has won a sexual harassment claim after a tribunal found her manager had made sexist remarks, according to a decision published on Tuesday (13 May).

Benefits in the balance: Data holds the key to HR’s strategic influence

HR and reward teams are under growing pressure to prove the value of their work. How can HR and reward professionals strengthen their position?

Lineker apologies for social media post

Sports broadcaster Gary Lineker apologised on Wednesday (14 May) after being criticised for sharing a social media post about Zionism, which was deemed offensive. We asked commentators: can HR monitor...

Rising costs, rising potential: Why now is the time to upskill

As UK employers grapple with the ongoing impact of the national living wage increase, HR leaders are undoubtedly searching for ways to sustain productivity and engagement without increasing spend. One...