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Small and medium firms not prepared for a crisis

Even small firms can still be affected by a crisis, and HR can play a key defensive role

Social media and presenteeism sap worker productivity

Workers are often distracted by social media, but also aren't taking breaks for meals or to leave the office

Personal wellbeing damaged by work

Worries about money in particular are having a negative effect on workers' wellbeing

Employers concerned about hiring mentally ill people

With improved support, employers might decide to hire someone with a mental illness

Workers with 'careers' happier than those with 'jobs'

Nine in 10 (92%) women feel they are not fulfilling their professional ambitions

Tribunal fees to be scrapped

The Supreme Court has ruled that the fees – introduced in July 2013 – are unlawful

Rogue employers could face jail

The director of labour market enforcement has called for greater resources to help prosecute perpetrators

Employers should provide quality feedback

Providing good feedback can help the British workforce improve and reduce recruitment time

Employees struggling with sleep because of work

A stressful day, job worries, early starts and late-night working were the most common causes of sleeplessness

Leaders must "reboot" conversation on race

Organisations should not shy away from talking about racial inequality out of fear of causing offence

Distractions and boredom in the workplace

The average worker was distracted every 35 minutes at work, according to research

Calming Brexit concerns: The employers' role

Keep employees informed and updated, and consider offering flexible working or one-to-one support