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HRDs to replace CFOs as pivotal to company success

Author Michael Mankins says HRDs will play a leading role in adapting the workplace to a digital workforce

33% have little to no pensions knowledge

However, more than half (54%) say a pension is the most important workplace benefit

Leaders want development that aligns with business goals

Executive education and leadership development seem to be taking a backseat to other issues in the minds of senior leaders

Business community reacts to Taylor Review

The review's recommendations include the right to request a direct employment contract, reduced tribunal fees and a ‘dependent contractor’ category of worker

Taylor Review to recommend ‘dependent contractor’ status

When published tomorrow, the Review will also recommend models to ensure transparency about gig work pay

Zero-hours contracts are unpopular with workers

Just 35% of UK adults would consider taking on a zero-hours contract

Workers think wellbeing is not taken seriously

Nearly a quarter (23%) of workers think their organisation does not take employee wellbeing seriously

Working Families Special Awards winners announced

The awards showcase flexible and family-friendly workplaces across the UK

Addison Lee drivers challenge self-employed status

The claim states that the taxi firm is wrongly classifying its drivers, who then miss out on benefits and protections

STEM firms should engage with children to solve skills shortage

Campaigns to encourage more people, especially women, into STEM fields should start in the classroom

Minimum wage should cover some self-employed

A Resolution Foundation report argues for a better pay deal for gig economy workers

Helping staff cope with the threat of terrorism

Various emergency plans are in place to protect and reassure employees in the wake of recent terrorist attacks