MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING MONTH: Rethinking workplace strategies, from perks to prevention
Workplace wellbeing has traditionally been defined by benefits and initiatives, from EAPs and mindfulness apps to subsidised gym memberships. While valuable, these approaches are increasingly seen as reactive, addressing symptoms rather than underlying causes. Leaders at the HR Summit are shifting focus towards preventative wellbeing strategies, embedding support into the way work is designed, managed and experienced day […]
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The Training & Development Summit is taking place again this year! Following on from the success of last year’s event, we wanted to see if you had considered being a part of it in June? Monday 15th & Tuesday 16th June Radisson Hotel and Conference Centre, London Heathrow Bought to you by Forum Events, this unrivalled event utilises […]
May 2026 is Change Management Month on HR Briefing: Make sure your solutions are part of the story!
Each month on HR Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the human resources sector – and in May we’ll be focussing on Change Management. It’s all part of our new ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help HR industry professionals find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a Change Management […]
Legal pitfalls of a toxic workplace environment and the steps HR should take to avoid them
The Employment Rights Act 2025 represents the most sweeping overhaul of UK employment legislation in a generation. Its implications are wide-ranging, touching businesses of every size — from early-stage SMEs to established corporations — and placing considerably greater obligations on employers when it comes to managing and preventing toxic workplace culture. Toxicity in the workplace is rarely […]
The Coaching Blind Spot
Most organizations tell managers to coach but don’t give them the necessary information. That’s the real barrier. Effective coaching requires knowing exactly which skills a direct report currently has and which competencies their next role demands. Without that data, 1:1s default to vague encouragement or pulse checks, not structured development. Research backs this up: only […]
Investment in tomorrow: Developing high-potential talent for leadership success
By Talogy The term “high potential” has been floating around HR circles for years. But what does it really mean? And how can organisations distinguish employees with genuine future leadership potential from those who are simply good at their current jobs? For businesses, answering this has never been more important. Skills shortages, demographic shifts and […]
MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING MONTH: Managing wellbeing in always-on public sector organisations
Hybrid working has become embedded across the UK public sector, offering flexibility for employees and potential efficiency gains for organisations. However, it has also introduced new challenges around workload, boundaries and mental health, particularly in large, complex organisations delivering critical services. HR leaders are increasingly focused on addressing the unintended consequence of hybrid work: the […]
IN DEPTH: What impact could potential fuel shortages have on businesses?
As the war between America, Israel and Iran enters its second month, countries around the world are feeling the impact, with reports of potential fuel shortages or rationing as a result of the ongoing conflict. Fuel shortages or rationing could have knock on implications for both employers and employees. Kate Palmer, Chief Operations Officer at Peninsula […]
Research says young adult skills have improved ‘significantly’, but gaps remain
Young adults (aged 16-24) have made significant improvements in literacy and numeracy since 2012, reversing a position that once placed them among the lowest performers internationally. However, despite this improvement, approximately one in five working-age adults still lacks proficiency in basic literacy, numeracy or both, and the majority of these adults are aged over 45. […]
It’s time to book your place at the Employee Benefits & Rewards Forum
Registration for the 2026 Employee Benefits & Rewards Forum is now open! Explore what’s new in the industry at this highly anticipated event offering you the unrivalled opportunity to meet 1-2-1 with suppliers offering the latest competitive solutions. Date: Tuesday 10th November 2026Venue: Hilton London Canary Wharf Buyers can attend completely free of charge! Your complimentary guest […]