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HR Strategy NewsThursday, February 12, 2026

Workplace silence leaving staff afraid to raise mistakes

HR Strategy NewsThursday, February 12, 2026

Managers’ biggest fears? ‘Confrontation and redundancies’

HR Strategy NewsWednesday, February 11, 2026

UK loses ground in global remote work rankings

Reward NewsWednesday, February 11, 2026

Pay decisions under strain as managers admit fairness doubts

Future of Work NewsTuesday, February 10, 2026

Tech change ‘boosts engagement’ as staff adapt to AI

Diversity NewsTuesday, February 10, 2026

Not posh enough? ‘Accent anxiety’ holding workers back

L&D NewsMonday, February 9, 2026

Millions unhappy at work as two-thirds consider retraining, study suggests

Jobs & Labour MarketMonday, February 9, 2026

Hiring slowdown shows tentative signs of easing as temp work edges up

Hiring slowdown eases slightly in January as temporary work grows and starting pay rises, but vacancies continue to fall.

HR Strategy NewsFriday, February 6, 2026

Higher pension contributions top employee wish lists for 2026

Workers rank higher employer pension contributions as the most important benefit for the year ahead, new research shows.

SpotlightFriday, February 6, 2026

Failed Dry January attempts could create new HR risks in February

Experts warn that failed Dry January attempts can lead to heavier drinking in February, creating wellbeing and performance risks for employers.

HR Strategy and Practice AnalysisMonday, February 9, 2026

Michelle Carson: National Apprenticeship Week – why the ‘talent shortage’ narrative is nonsense

Apprenticeships have been rebranded and elevated in status compared with how they were viewed historically, and represent a significant investment.

L&D NewsMonday, February 9, 2026

Millions unhappy at work as two-thirds consider retraining, study suggests

Career dissatisfaction grows as fewer entry routes and rapid automation push more people to seek new qualifications.

Analytics NewsThursday, February 5, 2026

HR ‘among least remote-friendly professions’ as return to office pressures grow

HR roles offer far fewer remote opportunities than many other sectors, despite strong employee demand for flexibility, new figures suggest.

SpotlightWednesday, February 4, 2026

Cancer worries rise in workplaces but few plan extra support

Most organisations are worried about the effect of cancer on staff, but new data shows only a small minority plan targeted wellbeing action this year.

Reward NewsWednesday, February 4, 2026

Employers expect 2026 pay awards to settle around 3 percent

Employers expect wage increases to cluster around 3 percent this year as inflation and affordability pressures shape pay decisions.

Guest Post

Trust has become the most measurable and most fragile asset in hiring

Monday, February 9, 2026

Right now, companies are racing to adopt AI in hiring. The focus is singular: How do we use AI to hire faster?

Analysis, Opinion and Advice

Recruitment Analysis

Mike Bond: Redefining talent – and prioritising the creative mindset

Mike Bond - Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Not too long ago, the most prized CVs boasted MBAs, consulting pedigrees and an impressive record of traditional experience. Now, things are different.

Michelle Carson: National Apprenticeship Week – why the ‘talent shortage’ narrative is nonsense

Monday, February 9, 2026

Martin Corry: Best practices for UK Right to Work checks – minimising risk and maximising efficiency

Friday, February 6, 2026

Jason Andersen: How can AI change the face of employee recognition?

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Charlotte Shipley-Hall: Helping recruiters find the empathy equilibrium in recruitment

Monday, February 2, 2026

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A Day in the Life

Bethany Cann of Specsavers

A working day balancing early talent strategy, university partnerships and family life at the international opticians retailer.

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Ashley Wickham-Byrne of The Whisky Exchange

A look at a working day shaping people and culture at a specialist drinks retailer.

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Keepmoat’s Debbie Waddington on Strategy, Structure and Staying Grounded

Group HR director shares her daily routine, leadership philosophy and insights into building a people-first culture across the UK’s housebuilding sector.

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Inside the Working World of Radisson’s Lisa Wade

Wade shares how she maintains balance and resilience while leading HR across Europe.

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Webinars

Turning Workforce Data into Real Insight: A practical session for HR leaders

Inside HR: Upcoming Webinars

HR teams are being asked to deliver greater impact with fewer resources. This practical session is designed to help you move beyond instinct and start using workforce data to make faster, smarter decisions that drive real business results.

2026 Human Capital Outlook: 5 Forces to Act on

Inside HR: Upcoming Webinars

Drawing on Aon’s data and client experience, this webinar will explore five forces that will shape human capital in 2026 – and what leaders can do about them

Strategies that Stick: How Top HR Leaders Boost Engagement – Watch Now

Inside HR: Past Webinars

Discover how leading organisations are elevating employee engagement in this powerful, insight-packed panel discussion designed for HR and business leaders.

Gen Z vs. Gen X: Who needs more from you as an employer?

Inside HR: Past Webinars

2pm Thursday 16th October 2025 HR leaders and Reward & Benefits specialists are well-versed in navigating the needs of a multigenerational workforce. However, it’s hard...

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White Papers

Aon’s – Salary Increase and Turnover Study

Aon’s Salary Increase and Turnover Study overview offers insights into how UK and European organisations are setting salary increases and managing turnover.

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White Papers

Modern Families Index 2026: Weathering the Storm

Working parents and carers are weathering a storm of growing workplace pressures, and the impact on wellbeing, confidence and retention is becoming impossible for employers to ignore.

White Papers

The Parenthood Pension Penalty: Why Parental Leave Costs Employers More Than You Think

Octopus Money’s research reveals that gaps in pension support during parental leave are costing employers talent, trust, and productivity.

White Papers

Discover how to future proof your people strategy with top tips from Gallagher

Benefits technology can be powerful in improving efficiency and enhancing the employee experience. But it isn't a complete solution for future-proofing your people strategy.

White Papers

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.

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Podcasts

HR in Review 73 – Smarter, faster, sharper? What’s the deal with AI in talent intelligence?

HR in Review 72 – Future Skills Ready: Tackling the UK Skills Gap

HR in Review 71 – Compliance snapshot: HR’s 2025 legal checklist

HR in Review 70 – DEI Under Attack: How HR Can Fight Back

More Analysis, Opinion and Advice

Nikolaz Foucaud: why continuous learning is essential for today’s rapidly evolving job market

Friday, January 30, 2026

Hannah Power: Bridging the communication gap with your employees

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Daniel Stander: When AI costs jobs – navigating workplace displacement lawfully and responsibly

Monday, January 26, 2026

Melisaan Foster: The cost of disconnect — How misaligned HR and leadership fuels an engagement and wellbeing crisis

Friday, January 23, 2026

Serena Palmer: Why it’s time to break the stigma around addiction at work

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Tom Arey: HR priorities in 2026? People!

Monday, January 19, 2026

Amy Cappellanti-Wolf: Training, transition and trust – the three keys to unlocking AI’s true value

Friday, January 16, 2026

Chris Harper: In AI we trust – rebuilding verification for a digital age

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

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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.

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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.

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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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