Wellbeing

How can HR support grieving employees?

A quarter (25%) of UK adults struggle to make decisions when grieving, according to research findings published by employee benefits provider MetLife UK.

Future leader: Chloe Johnson, Sainsbury's

Chloe Johnson, people delivery partner at supermarket chain Sainsbury's, details her vision for the future of HR.

British employees are the second saddest in Europe

Employees in the UK are the second saddest in Europe, Gallup research published yesterday (23 April) has highlighted.

How should managers address hygiene issues at work?

Tennis player Harriet Dart has apologised after telling the umpire that her opponent “smells really bad” during the first round at the Rouen Open last Tuesday (15 April). We asked HR commentators for...

How can HR reduce tech-related workplace stress?

More than half (56%) of UK workers find workplace technology stressful, according to research findings published today (15 April) by digital adoption platform WalkMe.

HR spotlights wellbeing

Influential HR leaders inspired attendees of this year's Health and Wellbeing at Work exhibition and conference in Birmingham, on 11 and 12 March. HR’s finest showcased their views and expertise on...

Three quarters of CEOs feel overworked and burned out

Three quarters (77%) of UK CEOs feel overworked and burned out, according to analysis published on Tuesday (11 March) by LHH, a talent solutions provider which is part of the recruitment business...

Health and Wellbeing at Work 2025: Day one round-up

The Health and Wellbeing at Work conference and exhibition returned to Birmingham’s NEC yesterday (11 March) for its 19th year. The HR magazine team is chairing the event's Best Place to Work seminar...

A third of doctors state their work is impaired by tiredness

A third of NHS doctors are so tired that their ability to work is impaired, a survey has found.

Best of HR books: February 2025

We delve into the latest book releases for HR professionals.

Letter from the editor: Kindness shines in winter

“January doesn’t have to be dry,” according to an email subject line written by a marketer after my own heart (and my cash). But the fact remains that for many, this time of the year is a real slog.

Time, please! Why healthier workplace cultures might not include alcohol

As more and more people reconsider their attitude to alcohol, or give up altogether, Dominic Bernard examines why putting the bottle aside might be increasingly necessary for ensuring healthier...