Strategic HR

5.3 million employees pulled a 'sickie' last year

Stress, poor relations with managers, workplace bullying and mental heath were all contributing factors

63% think travel risks have increased

Fears over security threats and natural disasters are causing employers to rethink travel plans

Over-50s experience chronic worklessness

Around 3.3 million people between the ages of 50 and 64 are not in work

Employee empowerment adds real value

Many good managers still fear letting go and devolving decision-making

The importance of L&D opportunities for older employees

Many companies are reluctant to spend money on those most likely to leave the business in the next few years

HR must combine the best of old and new

Some thoughts from not that very long ago might no longer be the ultimate answer they promised to be

A quarter say they are unproductive at work

Poor technology was found to be a key factor in undermining employees' productivity

HR has crucial role in ensuring "good work"

A CIPD annual conference panel discussed how to ensure good quality work in an age of automation, Brexit and gig working

D&I is an ongoing journey

Speakers at the CIPD conference highlighted the importance of inclusion as well as diversity

CIPD annual conference round-up: Day two

What the HR magazine team learnt at the second day of the CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition

CIPD annual conference round-up: Day one

What the HR magazine team learnt at the first day of the CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition