Strategic HR

UK workers at brink of burnout, study finds

Britain’s workforce is struggling to switch off outside of work, leading to a rise in wellbeing issues, according to study findings published today by employee engagement and benefits platform BHN...

BA fined £3.2m over workplace safety breaches

British Airways has been fined more than £3m after two baggage handlers were injured at Heathrow Airport.

How can we solve the wellbeing crisis in HR? 

HR professionals are the guardians of workplace wellbeing. But who’s looking out for theirs?

Water watchdog allowed lavish spending: can HR prevent expense abuse?

An investigation into a Scottish water regulator’s accounts found “inappropriate and unacceptable” spending, which the Scottish government reportedly failed to challenge.

Former executive wins tribunal over boss' sexist remarks

A former people and culture manager has won a sexual harassment claim after a tribunal found her manager had made sexist remarks, according to a decision published on Tuesday (13 May).

Benefits in the balance: Data holds the key to HR’s strategic influence

HR and reward teams are under growing pressure to prove the value of their work. How can HR and reward professionals strengthen their position?

Lineker apologies for social media post

Sports broadcaster Gary Lineker apologised on Wednesday (14 May) after being criticised for sharing a social media post about Zionism, which was deemed offensive. We asked commentators: can HR monitor...

Rising costs, rising potential: Why now is the time to upskill

As UK employers grapple with the ongoing impact of the national living wage increase, HR leaders are undoubtedly searching for ways to sustain productivity and engagement without increasing spend. One...

Half of employees distrust leadership's balance of business and wellbeing

Half (46%) of UK employees don’t trust leaders to balance business needs with employee wellbeing, according to research findings published today (15 May).

Civil service jobs to move from London: How can HR support relocating employees?

Thousands of civil service roles are to be moved out of London to towns and cities across the UK, according to the government’s announcement yesterday (14 May).

Executive sponsorship and community-driven culture can transform wellbeing

With Mental Health Awareness Week upon us, and this year’s theme focused on community, it’s the perfect time for businesses to reflect on how they’re supporting employee wellbeing.

Nissan cuts jobs: How should HR support employees during organisational change?

Nissan is set to close seven factories and cut up to 20,000 jobs globally, the car manufacturer's CEO, Ivan Espinosa, announced yesterday (13 May).