New apprenticeship rules aim to remove barriers into the workforce

Adult apprentices will no longer need to have English and Maths qualifications to complete their course, according to a new rule change by the Government.

Three quarters of workers want responsible pensions

Nearly three-quarters (72%) of UK employees say it is important that their employer offers a responsibly invested pension, according to research from pensions provider Scottish Widows published today...

"Bring job design back into focus"

Imagine walking into a building and being told it was constructed without any formal principles or safety checks. You wouldn’t stay long, would you?

Do the Best Work of Your Life, episode four: Onboarding at its best

How should employers set people up for success? Find out in the fourth episode of the 'Do the Best Work of Your Life' video series, featuring Tim Pointer, chief people officer for the investment firm...

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Paternity policy changes are useless without attitudes doing the same

Although it is positive that employers are already introducing more generous parental leave policies, there needs to be an accompanying shift in employers’ cultures to dismantle the bias that...

The UK leads on pay transparency, data suggests

Nearly three quarters (71%) of job postings in the UK include pay details, compared to 50% in France and 16% in Germany, research from the recruitment firm Indeed’s Hiring Lab has confirmed.

How can HR support new C-suite leaders?

The CEO of homeware chain Dunelm has announced his retirement from the role, after seven years.

Are HR qualifications worth it?

As demands on HR professionals change, and alternative routes into and through the profession emerge, are existing qualifications fit for the future of people management? Lauren Brown investigates.

Debunked: Four top apprenticeship myths

As we celebrate and showcase the opportunities that apprenticeships provide this National Apprenticeship Week, we must dispel the common myths around apprenticeships.

MPs' WhatsApp group sparks workplace communication questions

A second Labour MP has apologised for his membership of a WhatsApp group chat containing sexist and racist comments.

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.

How can HR leaders make apprenticeships more attractive?

Nearly half (44%) of young people feel uninformed about apprenticeship opportunities in their field of interest, according to research published to coincide with National Apprenticeship Week (10-16...