The HR function is becoming more influential in uncertain economic climates, according to a study from the CIPD and Institute for Employment Studies (IES)

Here are some real-life dilemmas faced by HR directors we spoke to, and the advice from others in the profession

Alternative healthcare initiatives, such as epigenetics and DNA testing, could provide a more individualised approach to employee wellbeing

Employees in the UK are working longer hours but are less productive than their European counterparts, according to the TUC

There’s no such thing as a black and white ethical dilemma. So how can HR practitioners develop their personal ethics so they can help their organisations navigate the grey areas?

Stigma around drug and alcohol addiction means many employees are put off seeking help

Charities called on employers and the government to join forces to create more opportunities for young people and address the spike in knife crime

Intuition is often an overlooked part of hiring, with a significant gap between how important HR and senior business leaders view this, according to research

The vast majority (92%) of office workers have experienced issues with hot desking, according to research by Brickendon

High levels of discrimination based on gender, ethnicity and neurodiversity persist in the technology sector, according to research

HR will play a significant role in steering their organisations through further uncertainty, ?as a new deadline of 31 October is agreed by European Union leaders

While noting a rise in financial wellbeing issues among employees, HR professionals don't feel confident about how to tackle this