Operational Efficiency

Hot topic: Unpaid trial shifts, part two

MPs recently proposed banning unpaid trial shifts, after unions received complaints of people working eight-hour shifts without pay

Background screening: How to find the right partner

Employee screening is a vital part of onboarding. But how do you make sure you find the right screening company?

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War for talent creates wage pressures for employers

There are signs that wage pressures may be increasing for employers, the CIPD has warned

Work-related mental health cases hit a record high

As Mental Health Awareness Week kicks off research finds that employers recognise the importance of good mental health but don't yet have enough support in place

Hot topic: Unpaid trial shifts

MPs recently proposed banning unpaid trial shifts, after unions received complaints of people working eight-hour shifts without pay

Five top tips for giving notice of dismissal to employees

The Supreme Court has ruled written notice only becomes valid once read so now is the time for employers to review dismissal processes

The European question: Post-Brexit employment

What will access to EU workers look like post-Brexit and what kind of systems are UK employers hoping for?

Getting your house in order for the GDPR

As GDPR deadline day looms it’s time for HR to take the lead, our webinar found

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Case study: Disability diversity at Virgin Media

The firm used a charity partnership to bring internal focus to disability diversity, and is hoping to inspire others

Report urges crackdown on bad employers

Firms that exploit workers must face tougher sanctions amid mounting evidence of widespread modern slavery, a report has urged

Your new international assignee: The cross-border commuter

Increasing numbers are choosing to complete international assignments by commuting rather than relocating. But there are challenges for both employer and employee

SPL discrimination cases: The lowdown

Two recent parental leave cases have shone the spotlight on what constitutes sex discrimination in relation to paternity pay. Here are some key questions answered