Make a Difference: Aviva - Perfect match

Global CSR director at Aviva Louella Eastman is proof that CSR's natural home is HR.

Computershare acquires Busy Bees

Computershare has acquired Busy Bees Childcare Vouchers.

Business teams take part in challenge for charity

Eighty teams from businesses such as Hewlett Packard, Airbus, Coca-Cola and BT are set to take part in an inter-business challenge to raise money for charity.

Government should make employers waste reduction a priority

The House of Lords Science Committee has called on Government to focus more on encouraging companies and public-sector organisations rather than individuals to reduce waste.

UK productivity levels plummet in uncertain jobs climate

The British workforce is in a fragile state because of the credit crunch, with more than a third (36%) of employees saying they feel less motivated in their job now than they did a year ago.

Cycling workers save 8,000 tonnes of carbon emissions

UK employees who cycled to work instead of driving, in 2007, saved more than 8,000 tonnes of CO2.

Environment Agency adopts HR approach to climate change

As the main body ensuring England and Wales adapt to the consequences of climate change, the Environment Agency is leading the way by bringing the discipline into HR. What can others learn from its...

McDonald's HR menu turns green

McDonald's David Fairhurst has added CSR to his HR remit at McDonald's. His aim is to change staff behaviours so that they in turn spread the word to customers

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From the Front Line: Small steps towards sustainability

HR is uniquely placed to help staff do their bit by saving energy, recycling and reducing waste.

Masterclass: Look at diversity as an asset

Robert Day offers guidelines on creating an environment where a diverse workforce can work together harmoniously to maximise the contribution of each member of the team.

Payroll giving - Save as you give

Deducting donations to charities direct from employees' salaries is seen as an important step in an employer's commitment to CSR. Yet many haven't even heard of payroll giving.

Vast majority of workers earning below-inflation pay rises

Nearly 95% of UK workers are receiving below-inflation pay increases, according to a new survey.

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