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 […]
August 2026 is Employee Benefits & Rewards 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 August we’ll be focussing on Employee Benefits & Rewards 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 […]
New research highlights persistent inequalities shaping future workforce opportunities
Where someone grows up, alongside their ethnicity and gender, continues to have a significant impact on their educational achievement and future career prospects, according to new research from the Sutton Trust. The report, which builds on the charity’s Opportunity Index, suggests that while some disadvantaged groups outperform academically, these gains are not always reflected in […]
Employee Absence Management Software: Features HR teams should compare
Managing employee absence has become increasingly complex for modern organisations. Alongside recording annual leave and sickness absence, HR teams must balance compliance, employee wellbeing, workforce planning and operational continuity, all while providing managers with accurate, real-time information. Manual processes and spreadsheets can quickly become difficult to manage as organisations grow, making it harder to identify […]
Employers urged to avoid generational assumptions as new research reveals widespread workplace stress
HR leaders should take a generation-wide approach to employee wellbeing rather than targeting support based on age, according to new research from GRiD, the industry body for the group risk sector. Research involving 500 HR decision-makers and more than 1,200 UK employees found that while employers believe Millennials are the generation most affected by stress […]
Lay the ground for 2025 success at the Employee Benefits & Rewards Forum
The Employee Benefits & Rewards Forum is a high-end, exclusive event during which senior professionals like yourself have an unparalleled opportunity to meet on-on-one with the industry’s top suppliers, and discuss your business needs. This event only comes round once a year, so don’t miss out! DATE: Thursday 28th November VENUE: Hilton, London Canary Wharf COST: Completely Free! Your free […]