September 2026 is Leadership Development 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 September we’ll be focussing on Leadership Development. 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 an Leadership Development […]
You’re invited to the Employee Benefits & Rewards Mixer
We’re thrilled to invite you to the Employee Benefits & Rewards Mixer, taking place straight after the Employee Benefits & Rewards Forum this November. The Mixer is an exclusive networking event designed for top professionals and suppliers in the HR, Reward and Benefits industry. This is your opportunity to connect with industry leaders, decision-makers, and solution providers […]
AI becomes the new learning priority for UK tech professionals
UK employers may need to rethink how they approach technical skills development as new research suggests software professionals are rapidly shifting their learning focus from traditional programming topics towards artificial intelligence. Analysis by learning platform O’Reilly found that usage of Generative AI content among UK learners increased by 89% between the first quarter of 2025 […]
Employee Reward Schemes: Choosing flexible benefits platforms, partners and programmes
Employee benefits can play an important role in attracting talent, supporting wellbeing and strengthening the overall employment proposition. Yet a benefits package will only deliver meaningful value if employees understand it, can access it easily and see options that reflect their own circumstances. A flexible employee benefits platform enables organisations to bring multiple schemes together […]
Left off the Bill: The workplace rights other countries already have
By Lisa Branker, Head of Employment Law at employment law solicitors, Beecham Peacock Over the course of the year – and continuing into 2027 – the 2025 Employment Rights Act is coming into effect. Beginning in April of this year with the removal of the earnings threshold for statutory sick pay, the new Act represents the most significant overhaul […]
English language learning for multilingual teams
Every business depends on clear communication, but for employers with multilingual teams, language gaps can hold back safety, productivity and progression. If your workforce is multilingual, some may need a little extra support with industry-specific terminology to help them feel confident in their role and productive at work. Leap, powered by FlashAcademy, is an English […]
New report reveals motherhood penalty continues to undermine workforce retention
Pregnancy discrimination, unaffordable parental leave and rising childcare costs continue to force thousands of women out of the workforce, according to one of the UK’s largest studies into pregnancy, parenthood and employment. Produced by campaign group Pregnant Then Screwed in partnership with Women in Data, the State of the Nation 2026 report draws on responses from […]
Practical absence management strategies for HR
Employee absence is an inevitable part of working life, but unmanaged or persistent absence can affect productivity, increase costs, place additional pressure on colleagues and reduce employee engagement. For HR professionals, the challenge is not simply recording absences but understanding why they occur and creating a workplace that supports employee wellbeing while maintaining operational resilience. […]
Employee happiness – the under-considered aspect in the success of assignments
By Sarah Dennis, Head of International for Everywhen Health and wellbeing support is key to all-round mental and physical health, it supports the happiness of the employee and, therefore, is likely to have a positive impact on the success of their work too. This plays into the hands of the 26% of employers who, according […]
Join Amazon, Ford, Santander an more at the HR Summit this September
We have a limited number of fully funded places remaining for the HR Summit, and you’re welcome to join us for either a half day or the full event, depending on what suits your diary. 17th September – Radisson Blu Hotel, Stansted Airport Your complimentary place includes 1-1 meetings with solution providers, inspirational seminars, networking with […]