A recent UK study revealing the sectors whose workers are most likely to need to take time off work for their mental wellbeing finds HR amongst the top six.
HR staff sixth most likely to take time off work for their mental health
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Forty per cent of Brits working from home weekly
New research finds that over half UK employees say they are more productive working at home. They highlight vast benefits for employees, including reducing their carbon footprint.
Stressed workers think 4-day work week would most help relieve stress
Find out why stressed UK employees think introducing a 4-day work week would be the best way to tackle their stress, and under what conditions this would have a positive impact on wellbeing.
Kate Palmer: Why is nobody taking up shared parental leave?
Only just recently the TUC called for an overhaul of shared parental leave legislation in response to only 9,200 new parents taking shared parental leave in 2018, just one percent of those eligible to do so. Peninsula Associate Director of Advisory Kate Palmer discusses why is nobody taking up shared parental leave.
Dads want bigger childcare roles but just 1 in 10 take shared parental leave
Find out why new working dads in the UK don’t take advantage of Shared Parental Leave (SPL), although they really do want the time off to care for their baby.
Lawyers warn that attitudes need to change to tackle the gender pay gap
A leading law firm has warned that compulsory gender pay gap reporting is not a quick fix for organisations which are struggling with the issue.
Only a quarter of UK businesses have a wellbeing programme
Despite lack of initiatives, do UK companies recognise the importance of wellbeing strategies?
Revealed: The struggles menopausal women deal with at their workplace every day
While every workplace has to recognise and act upon the legal rights of women in pregnancy, another issue not so recognized in the workplace exists that is unique to women.
Kirsten Cluer: What the EU Settlement Scheme means for UK business
Kirsten Cluer demystifies the EU Settlement Scheme for all HR and employers in the UK. A must read!
Appreciation more important than salary to employees’ happiness
On International Day of Happiness, a new nationwide survey of British workers reveals appreciation is key to the happiness of the nation’s employees.
What does the Spring Statement 2019 mean for HR?
An insight for HR professionals.
Ten fastest growing UK industries for women revealed
To mark International Womens’ Day we take a look at the stats.
Marie Vickery: The future of Apprenticeships is bright
To mark National Apprenticeship Week we find out from a learning provider about why apprenticeships have a bright future.
Yvonne Gallagher: Gay marriage cake – what next for employers
Advice for employers based on insights of the court rulings over cases involving protected characteristics disputes.
What if romance blossoms at work?
Five ways employers can prevent problems.