Culture

Hot topic: Can HR solve the UK's productivity problem?

Since the 2008/2009 recession, the increase in UK productivity has slowed. As one of the most important factors in determining living standards, productivity is a key focus within UK businesses.

Features

Investors in People conference: Four ways to make work better

Investors in People’s Make Work Better conference yesterday (20 September) was headlined by the serial investor and Diary of a CEO podcaster, Steven Bartlett and included insight from British Airways...

How embracing the whole-self can unleash your organisation’s hidden potential

You’re only ever as good as the capabilities and skills of your people. So is it time to embrace the whole-self and give those attributes a massive boost?

Janet Campbell - Laying fair foundations for the Houses of Parliament Restoration & Renewal

Fixing up the Houses of Parliament is a huge project but one the HR director in charge takes in her stride.

Manager loses dismissal case over laddish 'Nerf gun war' culture

A senior IT professional who took her employer to tribunal for sexual discrimination has lost her case.

McDonald's sexual harassment alleged by staff

More than 100 UK McDonald's staff have alleged working in a toxic culture of sexual assault, harassment, racism and bullying according to a new investigation by the BBC.

Boosting culture in a post-pandemic workplace through live events

Culture plays a critical role in the success of any business, with a traceable impact on the bottom line.

Insights

Three ways to fight for gender equality in an economic crisis

Amid soaring energy prices, high inflation and weakened consumer demand, speakers at the FT Women in Business Summit Europe on Tuesday (13 June) discussed how to empower resilient female leaders. 

Parliament misconduct calls for professional HR system

UK parliament needs a professional HR system to deal with misconduct allegations fairly and equally, according to former senior party whips.

Canva case study: designing an international culture

Graphic design company Canva discusses how to nurture a varied international culture as it expands into Europe.

UBS-Credit Suisse: Selecting the right executive team after an acquisition

UBS’s acquisition of Credit Suisse has made headlines in the past few weeks.

How and why to become a B Corp

Most companies don’t just exist for the sake of it. Large or small, they have a strong mission, and for many companies that mission involves a wider impact on society, not just profit.