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Global workforces wholly unprepared for AI revolution as businesses risk falling behind, says i4cp report

Jan 24, 2025 | L&D News | 0

The majority of organisations are ill-equipped to help their employees navigate the rapid adoption of AI technologies.

How the ‘AI takeover’ impacts students’ education and career paths

Jan 24, 2025 | Future of Work News | 0
Pay awards decline expected to continue in 2025

Jan 23, 2025 | Reward News | 0
UK gender pay gap may take 40 years to close, research suggests

Jan 23, 2025 | Diversity News | 0
Research finds ‘job hoppers’ earn 31% more than average workers

Jan 23, 2025 | News | 0

Future of Work News

How the ‘AI takeover’ impacts students’ education and career paths

by Alessandra Pacelli | Jan 24, 2025 | Future of Work News | 0

A new study has noted shifts in university course enrolments in the UK due to the increasing prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI).

UK skills gap ‘past its peak’, but challenges remain

by Alessandra Pacelli | Jan 21, 2025 | Future of Work News | 0
HR industry at risk of ‘brain drain’ in 2025 amid resignations

by Alessandra Pacelli | Jan 17, 2025 | Editor's Pick, Future of Work News | 0

Future of Work Analysis

Elie Rashbass: AI and culture – a new era of embedding values in the workplace

by Elie Rashbass | Jan 3, 2025 | Future of Work Analysis, HR Strategy and Practice Analysis | 0

Organisational culture is poised to remain a top five priority for HR leaders in 2025. Could artificial intelligence unlock new solutions?

Alex Voakes: A strategy for success: top tips for implementing a four-day working week

by Alex Voakes | Nov 15, 2024 | Future of Work Analysis, HR Strategy and Practice Analysis | 0
Kate Palmer: Should businesses return to the office five days a week?

by Kate Palmer | Sep 30, 2024 | Analysis, Future of Work Analysis | 1

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How to leverage team connectivity for success in 2025 – 23/1/25

by Chernelle Vaughan | Nov 27, 2024 | Inside HR: Upcoming Webinars, Inside-HR-Webinars | 0

Join Stephen Cuppello, Director of Psychology at Thomas on Thursday 23rd January at 11am GMT to explore the critical role of connection in driving workplace success.

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Podcasts

HR in Review 69 – New Employment Rights Bill: What does HR need to know?

by Chernelle Vaughan | Jan 8, 2025 | HR in Review Podcast | 0

In this episode, Verity Gough talks to Chief People Officer Trish Hewitt about the impending New Employment Rights Bill, why it's important, and key elements that HR needs to understand. With practical tips for preparing your organisation for the changes, Trish gives us the low-down on what HR needs to know.

HR in Review 68 – Unlocking team potential: Precision collaboration and overcoming dysfunction

by Chernelle Vaughan | Oct 9, 2024 | HR in Review Podcast | 0
HR in Review 67 – How is Gen Z changing workplace norms?

by Chernelle Vaughan | Jul 29, 2024 | HR in Review Podcast, Podcasts | 0
HR in Review 66 – How to deal with political disputes at work

by Chernelle Vaughan | Jun 25, 2024 | HR in Review Podcast, Podcasts | 0

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HR Strategy News

Experts weigh in on Trump DEI rollback – and what it means for the UK

Jan 21, 2025

President Donald Trump signed executive orders on Monday rolling back numerous diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programmes.

Organisations urged to embrace fresh perspectives from young talent

Jan 21, 2025
Debate over remote work as former Asda boss says it’s part ‘general decline’

Jan 20, 2025
North East leads as UK’s pay rise capital

Jan 20, 2025

Recruitment News

Harder to hire: LinkedIn research unveils hiring challenges

Jan 16, 2025

While 61% of UK professionals plan to seek new jobs in 2025, 79% of HR professionals report difficulties finding qualified candidates.

Financial job vacancies in London fall to lowest level since 2020

Jan 14, 2025
Survey reveals top job hunting turnoffs for candidates

Jan 14, 2025
New initiative to get thousands of offenders into work

Jan 13, 2025

Wellbeing News

Almost a third of working parents report ‘severe’ levels of stress

Jan 13, 2025

Working parents in the UK are reporting high levels of stress, according to the latest Modern Families Index by Bright Horizons Family Solutions.

Four-day work week medical trial shows wellbeing and productivity gains

Dec 5, 2024
National Grief Awareness Week: bereavement in the workplace

Dec 3, 2024
NHS staff feel ‘taken for granted’ as they face unparalleled pressure during festive season

Nov 27, 2024

Employment Law News

Employment Rights Bill faces criticism from recruitment industry

Jan 16, 2025

Neil Carberry, Chief Executive of REC, warned of 'undercooked and unworkable' elements of the Employment Rights Bill.

Calls for statutory miscarriage bereavement leave in Employment Rights Bill

Jan 15, 2025
Employment tribunal awards freelancer £37,000 in pay dispute

Jan 10, 2025
Calls for greater protection for young workers as McDonald’s faces sexual harassment scandal

Jan 8, 2025

Diversity News

UK gender pay gap may take 40 years to close, research suggests

Jan 23, 2025

A new study suggests that it could take another 40 years to close the gender pay gap in the UK if the current rate of progress continues.

UK gender pay gap widens for the first time since 2021

Jan 16, 2025
Women may miss out on career opportunities by working full remote, Nationwide CEO says

Jan 7, 2025
Closing the gender gap in Jersey’s tech sector

Jan 7, 2025

L&D News

Global workforces wholly unprepared for AI revolution as businesses risk falling behind, says i4cp report

Jan 24, 2025

The majority of organisations are ill-equipped to help their employees navigate the rapid adoption of AI technologies.

Leadership development lags as trust in business hits record low

Jan 22, 2025
Global workforce confidence in career skills remains low

Jan 17, 2025
The growing skills divide hindering regional growth in the UK

Jan 9, 2025

Reward News

Pay awards decline expected to continue in 2025

Jan 23, 2025

New data from Brightmine shows a further decline in pay awards for the final quarter of 2024, expected to continue in 2025.

Higher pension contributions top the list of most desired employee benefits

Jan 10, 2025
Employers take action on key employee benefits

Dec 20, 2024
SMEs overhauling employee benefits amid economic pressures

Dec 10, 2024

Analytics News

O’Reilly 2025 Tech Trends Report highlights AI skills growth and focus on security

Jan 9, 2025

O'Reilly, a provider of technology and business learning, has released its Technology Trends for 2025 report.

AI and sustainability roles lead LinkedIn’s “Jobs on the Rise 2025”

Jan 7, 2025
What cultural barriers do ethnic minority groups face when choosing a career?

Dec 15, 2022
Wages not keeping up with rising inflation

Mar 15, 2022

Supplier News

DailyPay expands internationally into the UK

Sep 21, 2024

U.S.-based worktech company, DailyPay, a leader in earned wage access services, is embarking on its first international expansion with a new offering in the UK.

The HR Knowledge Centre

Below you will find a selection of learning resources for HR and related professionals - guides, white papers, on-demand and tutor led courses and more. Whether you want to take your professional development to a new level or find training courses suitable for your team, there is something for you here!

Definitive Guides to HR

Employee Handbooks: The Definitive Guide for HR Managers

This guide is designed to help employers create an effective employee handbook that covers all the necessary areas, including employment policies, compensation, benefits, workplace safety, communication and feedback, intellectual property and more.

Talent Management: The Definitive Guide for HR Managers

A guide to Talent Management, including understanding the talent market, attracting and recruiting talent, developing talent, retaining talent, best practices, challenges, leadership development, talent analytics, employee well-being, global talent management, digital transformation, and key factors in different industries, as well as the importance of employee engagement surveys.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: The Definitive Guide for HR Managers

The book provides an overview of promoting equality and diversity in the workplace, including best practices for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, steps for assessing and addressing diversity and equality issues, managing discrimination, supporting employees, overcoming challenges and pitfalls, and the importance of equality, diversity, and discrimination in the workplace.

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Free HR White Papers to Download

Sage – How to choose an HR system: The ultimate guide

This comprehensive guide is designed for HR, IT, Finance, and business leaders seeking to navigate the complexities of selecting a modern HR system. Packed with actionable insights, industry statistics, and expert advice, it equips you to make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving workplace landscape.

Bright Horizons – Modern Families Index UK Report 2025

This whitepaper explores the challenges working parents and carers face in today’s dynamic workplace and provides actionable insights for employers to better support this critical segment of the workforce.

i4cp – 2025 Priorities & Predictions

Drawing on feedback from our boards, i4cp analysts outline the key trends HR leaders should prepare for in 2025.

Sage – The future of performance management

As an HR leader in a growing organisation, you know that effective performance management is key to scaling successfully. Our report, The Future of Performance Management: What HR and CEOs Really Think, shares insights from over 1,000 leaders on how to modernise and optimise your approach.

If you would like to see the full range of free HR white papers click here.

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