Exit fees impacting graduate careers

A new campaign has been launched to prevent companies charging graduates money to leave schemes early.

Businesses investing heavily in ineffective training

Almost all (99%) employees have seen a training plan that was ineffective or that failed to deliver on objectives in the last five years, according to new research from City & Guilds.

What to do when the lights are off, but the employees are in

The pressure on gas supplies has sparked fears that there may be a need for scheduled blackouts across the UK when energy usage peaks this winter.

Time to tackle induction in hybrid workplaces

Induction and onboarding have been challenging during the successive lockdowns, with consequences for both new starters and organisations.

Net zero workforce to create 300 million jobs

Companies shifting towards renewable energy sources will create a green collar workforce, predicted by Deloitte to create more than 300 million new jobs by 2050.

Unison demands higher fuel allowance for public sector workers

Trade union Unison has called on the government to increase mileage rates for public sector staff who rely on their cars for work.

Building fairer recruitment through D&I policy, part two

For many employers, improving diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is a key priority, with the goal of working towards fairer organisations. But too often hiring and promotion practice does not...

What to do if you notice bullying in the workplace

In my time at private schools, I was bullied, beaten and publicly shamed by both a headmaster and later by other boys.

Royal Mail faces backlash over gig economy workforce plans

Royal Mail employees will strongly oppose plans to introduce gig economy style measures into the company following the latest breakdown in pay negotiations.

HR Most Influential Podcast: Employee Activism with Megan Reitz

Episode Two of the latest HRMI Podcast series has been released, with Megan Reitz as the starring guest.

Salary transparency in job ads reaches six year low

The number of job ads where salary is advertised has decreased during 2022, reaching its lowest level in the last six years.

Five ways to de-stress at work

While stress feels like a normal part of everyday life, many of us would prefer it wasn’t, and we find ourselves looking to combat its negative effects.