UK ranks 14th out of OECD countries for women in work

The UK has risen four places in the latest edition of PwC’s annual Women in Work Index - but still only ranks 14th out of 27 OECD countries.

Helena Morrissey: Quotas don’t change culture

Mandatory quotas for women on boards do not lead to long-term culture change, according to Newton Investment Management CEO Helena Morrissey.

Businesses not monitoring gender diversity, CIPD finds

More than a quarter (28%) of businesses do not monitor the gender profile of their workforce, according to research from the CIPD.

Sodexo's Natalie Bickford on diversity, engagement and mobility

At Sodexo people are the only asset. HR magazine met its European HR director Natalie Bickford to find out more

Over-50s dropping out of the labour market

People over 50 have a higher chance of remaining out of work after losing a job than younger people, Business in the Community (BITC) research has suggested.

Lord Browne: Stop networks becoming a ‘minority ghetto’

Employee networks for minority groups must be connected to the wider organisation or they risk becoming a “minority ghetto”, according to former BP CEO Lord John Browne.

Junior managers more cynical on diversity and inclusion

The Roffey Park 2015 Management Agenda reveals employees in more junior positions are more likely to view diversity as a ‘tick box’ exercise.

Let's talk about race in the workplace

The actor Benedict Cumberbatch has come under fire for his use of the word ‘coloured’ in an interview – ironically, when talking about the lack of roles for Black British actors in the UK.

Women should use EQ to drive career progression

Women should make the most of emotional intelligence (EQ) to drive their career progression, a study by Bizas Coaching & Consulting has suggested.

Accenture Products CEO calls for more LGBT role models

There should be more visible LGBT role models in business, according to Accenture group chief executive, Products Sander van ‘t Noordende.

Putting marketing diversity on the map

New research outlines the strategic benefits of employing men or women in decision-making roles.

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust UK's most gay-friendly employer

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust has been named the most LGB-friendly employer on Stonewall’s annual 100 Top Employers list for lesbian, gay and bisexual workers