Philip Green | HR issues hit Arcadia Group before downfall

HR issues have the power to make or break a business. For example, if an employer handles negative cases well and admits their failings they will likely be seen more positively, however, if a business is unable to bounce back following the negative press it can ultimately lead to a company’s demise.

Last year Lloyd’s of London acted fast in order to repair its reputation after a damaging report was published on sexual misconduct at the firm. A Bloomberg investigation had discovered that there was evidence of sexual assault and harassment towards female employees at Lloyd’s.