Strategic HR

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

SMEs set sights on global talent pool

With a dip in EU citizens coming to the UK, a growing number of SMEs are setting their sights on the global talent pool

Teams lack complementary skills

MBA students and graduates bring different skills to teams but don't feel employers take this into account

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?

HR Guild reveals new future leaders programme

The HR Leadership Programme will give up-and-coming HR talent the skills to lead organisations

Employees “shut off their minds” to get through work

Employers must activate the seeking systems in employees' brains to encourage innovation and purpose, according to Daniel Cable

Improving office environment could add £39.8 billion to UK economy

Creating optimal working conditions could significantly boost the UK's economy, research has found

Data: The answer to a successful wellbeing strategy

Employers can use data and wearable technology to shape health and wellbeing strategies

Demand for retail staff drops amid high street crisis

The majority of sectors registered higher permanent staff vacancies than temporary ones in April, except retail

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

Encouraging employees to take a full lunch break

Many ignore this downtime, either by choosing not to eat or by eating at their desk while working

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