Operational Efficiency

Shorter working week could tackle UK productivity issues

New research finds no correlation between long working hours and productivity

Technology’s impact on work and HR may be overstated

Research has found that flexible working and contracts are potentially bigger issues for HR

Hermes to offer drivers 'self-employed-plus' status

?Courier company Hermes is to offer drivers guaranteed minimum wages and holiday pay in the first UK deal to provide trade union recognition for gig economy workers

Employer obligations when reducing staff numbers

For employers contemplating reducing staff numbers, clarity on the correct procedure is essential

How to make ideas happen by inspiring your team

To ensure your strategies are a success there are three key areas to take note of

BAME progression: The employer's or individual's responsibility?

Both employers but also BAME individuals themselves must take ownership for their career progression, according to speakers at a recent roundtable

Back to basics... Whistleblowing hotlines

Our back to basics series brings you top tips from industry experts on the bread and butter areas of HR

Asda equal pay victory has "widespread repercussions" for HR

As Asda workers win a landmark case over equal pay, legal experts warn HR to prepare for wider pay reporting obligations

Ebook: What's on the cards for hiring?

A free HR magazine and LinkedIn ebook explores the key issues facing recruitment

Turning toxic cultures around

Our webinar at the end of last year explored how toxic cultures are created and maintained, and what HR can do to tackle them

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Supreme Court rules against 'disproportionate' criminal record checks

Employers and HR have been told to review their hiring processes, as the Supreme Court rules in favour of three people who claim their lives have been ruined by past minor criminal convictions

No-deal Brexit: EU nationals’ rights made clearer

Amid the drama of MPs backing a proposal for Theresa May to renegotiate her deal, many may have missed the announcement that free movement will end in a no-deal scenario