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'The system is failing' | 8 in 10 mothers cut maternity leave short due to financial pressure
New research has exposed stark inequalities in maternity support, with lower-income, single and disabled...
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'Procedure over people' | Poor disciplinary processes harming staff wellbeing, public health experts warn
Poorly managed disciplinary investigations are damaging employee wellbeing, weakening workforce resilience...
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'Leadership visibility' | Barclays orders senior managers into office four days a week
Barclays is tightening its hybrid working policy for senior employees, requiring managing directors around...
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'Selective withholding' | A quarter of managers withhold staff feedback even if it's positive. Is it impacting performance?
One in four of those in managerial roles choose not to share feedback with their workforce - even when...
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'Timing is key' | Extra bank holiday if England win the World Cup? What HR needs to know
England's World Cup run has already tested workplace attendance policies. Victory could now deliver...
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Landmark step | NHS sets first-ever standards to tackle racism & violence towards staff
NHS employers will be formally assessed on how they protect and support staff, with workforce experience...
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‘Exceptional’ | HR Grapevine journalist Annie Hayes wins national HR media award
Annie Hayes was recognised for her 'distinct human perspective' on issues from carer's leave to...
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'Policy, practice & culture' | How employers can keep progressing on disability inclusion in uncertain times
Business Disability Forum is urging employers not to let global uncertainty derail disability inclusion,...
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‘Everyone benefits’ | Why top UK employers are helping deliver 100 million volunteering hours by 2028
The 100 Million Hour Movement aims to mobilise employee volunteering across the UK, with employers urged...
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Comms controversy | How a GIF in a work group chat led to a harassment ruling
An employment tribunal has ruled that an unwanted GIF shared in a workplace group chat amounted to unlawful...
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Work-life balance | 'Always-on' work culture is pushing employees to breaking point, new study finds
Almost half of workers say there is no longer a clear quiet period at work, and many are considering...
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'Profound impact' | Pregnancy loss is driving women out of work - here's how HR can respond
A new report from Tommy's finds striking inconsistencies in the way firms treat staff following a miscarriage,...
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Falling short | A third of managers are neglecting basic people management responsibilities
There is a significant disconnect between the responsibilities that HR expects managers to take on and...
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'Level the playing field' | Women researchers set for stronger family leave & flexible working under new Government charter
More than 50 organisations have signed a new Government-backed charter aimed at improving family leave,...
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Benefits boost | Asda boosts support for armed forces staff with enhanced leave & new policies
Asda has reinforced its commitment to the Armed Forces community with a series of policy enhancements...
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'Career benefit' | Revolut ends remote-first approach for graduates with three-day office requirement
Revolut will require its 2027 graduate recruits to spend at least three days a week in the office, arguing...
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Huel | Is a 'laptops closed' rule the right way to improve meetings?
Huel operates a 'laptops closed' rule during staff meetings. The real solution, arguably, is ensuring...
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'Very disappointing' | Fintech firm faces staff backlash after cutting paid paternity leave
Wise has sparked internal criticism after reducing its paid paternity leave entitlement...
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‘Authentic’ | Starbucks bets on employee-generated content with launch of TikTok scheme
Starbucks says staff social media posts bring the company to life by 'creating moments of connection...
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'David vs Goliath' | Rockstar Games suffers legal setback as judge rules against studio in union-busting dispute
The makers of the upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI game were dealt a blow after a bid to have 'union-busting...
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