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Redundancies | Spotify layoffs consequence of over-hiring epidemic, say experts

Spotify’s mass redundancies are the consequence of an over-hiring epidemic which became commonplace in the tech sector following covid, according to HR and technology experts.

Christmas | 12 months of 2023: March

As we reach the end of the year, our 12 days of Christmas countdown revisits the key events of each month.

Labour market | Recruitment falls as candidates increase at fastest rate since 2020

Recruitment has decreased during November, according to a report from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and professional services network KPMG.

Inclusion | Top 50 inclusive UK employers 2023 announced

West Midlands Fire Service, Money Supermarket and TalkTalk are among the winners of the 2023 Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers Awards (IT50).

Christmas | 12 months of 2023: February

As the year ends, our 12 days of Christmas countdown rounds up the biggest news in each month.

AI | Younger HR professionals winning AI race

Younger HR professionals are using AI more than their older counterparts, according to a study from software company Personio.

Wellbeing | Work notifications ruining family time for younger workers

Increased work notifications are disrupting employees' time with loved ones, according to technology company RingCentral.

Christmas | 12 months of 2023: January

As we reach the end of the year, our 12 Days of Christmas countdown rounds up each month's key events.

HREx | HR Excellence Awards 2023: the full list of winners

The 2023 HR Excellence Awards held yesterday (5 December) brought together industry leaders from the people profession to celebrate top achievements this year.

Immigration | New migration rules will worsen labour shortages

Measures set by government designed to cut migration are likely to exacerbate labour shortages, particularly in the care and hospitality sectors, according to experts.

Workload | HR leaders struggle to keep up with expectations

Over a quarter (28%) of HR leaders believe there are too many demands on their time at work, according to research by professional services consultancy Barnett Waddingham.

Cost of living | Cold homes lead to productivity losses

The majority (75%) of homeowners will keep their heating off despite saying that it will affect their productivity, according to a survey by builders’ merchant Jewson.