UK employees feel less appreciated than those in Australia and US

The UK falls behind the US and Australia when looking at employee appreciation, according to the findings of a survey published today (16 January) by employee engagement company Reward Gateway...

HR can't afford to ignore 'organisational charlatans'

‘Organisational charlatans,’ also known as ‘false performers,’ can infiltrate any organisation. How can HR professionals confidently identify them?

12 months of 2024: October

As we near the end of this year, our '12 Days of Christmas'-style countdown rounds up key stories from each month of 2024.

12 months of 2024: August

As we reach the end of the year, our '12 Days of Christmas'-style countdown rounds up key stories from each month of 2024.

How to promote safe workplace relationships

Two employees have reportedly been sacked from their jobs at the Vatican bank because they breached a ban on marriage between employees. How can employers promote safe inter-employee relationships?

Stellantis CEO resigns over ‘different views’

Carlos Taveres, who was chief executive of car manufacturer Stellantis, resigned with immediate effect on 1 December. Reports suggest that his departure was due to disputes with other board...

How to navigate Christmas parties under the new Worker Protection Act

When planning this year's festive parties, employers must navigate additional legal complexities.

Hospital porters to strike over lack of toilet dignity

Hospital porters at University Hospital Southampton are set to strike due to bullying and a toilet dignity dispute.

How to create a safe culture for discussing alcohol issues

Creating a supportive environment for employees struggling with alcohol requires a thoughtful, multifaceted approach that balances compassion with professionalism.

How HR can respond to employee violence

The UK Labour Party has suspended MP Mike Amesbury after a video appeared to show him punching a man, The Guardian reported on Sunday (27 October).

How can HR deal with annoying colleagues?

Two thirds (66%) of employees reported that colleagues not pulling their weight was the most annoying behaviour at work, according to research by workplace mediation service Acas.

Frontline worker dissatisfaction costs UK £14bn per year

More than three quarters (77%) of frontline workers reported they were dissatisfied with something at work, according to research by workplace operations platform Safety Culture, published on 22...