When economic conditions are tough employers must make sure that what they spend on attracting talent is really delivering. Mary Cowlett looks at the cost-effective options available.

While some firms have ditched bonuses completely, others are investigating how they could be used better

HR directors are quietly increasing their board presence and experience, with more and more taking on NED roles

Love tends not to be encouraged in the workplace – but encouraging love (not the romantic or religious kind) could make employees happier and more productive

Many HR leaders like a challenge but it takes real grit to tackle allegations head on. The HR lead at Alzheimer’s Society speaks to Beau Jackson