Recruiter Calls for ‘Resilience Training’ to Be Added to National Curriculum
Emma‑Louise Taylor, head of Learning, Development and EDI at Gi Group UK, is urging the UK government to embed resilience and stress‑management training into the national curriculum. Her call follows Simplyhealth research showing mental ill‑health is now the leading cause of long‑term absence and a major driver of short‑term absence in the UK workforce. The study found 30% of employees experienced depression or anxiety and 25% reported stress or burnout, averaging seven sick days per year. Gi Group has already piloted neuroscience‑based resilience programmes for staff, linking emotional awareness to productivity and retention.
Leeds’ Managing Director of the Year Reveals How 215-Strong Workforce Keeps One of Britain’s Busiest Racecourses Running
Paul McCallum, founder of Leeds‑based PJ Staffing and SME News’ Managing Director of the Year 2025, detailed how his firm supplied flexible staffing for York Racecourse’s busiest days. On a single race day the agency deployed more than 215 workers across hospitality, cleaning...
Why Your Event Spend Isn’t Delivering, and How It Impacts Your Employer Branding
Corporate event budgets often yield limited branding returns because post‑event content is underutilized. Authentic footage from conferences, training sessions, and client gatherings captures genuine employee interaction, which resonates more with Millennial and Gen Z talent than staged stock images. By treating...
Cardiff’s St David’s Centre Becomes Platform for National Conversation on Equality Ahead of Major 2026 Conference
St David’s Centre in Cardiff hosted a public‑engagement activation that recorded real‑time opinions on equality, inclusion and belonging across Wales. Organized by Mastering Diversity CIC with Cardiff Life Magazine and WCS Agency, the event gathered athletes, professionals and everyday citizens ahead...
Finding Qualified Candidates Tops Recruitment Challenges for UK Employers
A YouGov survey for HireRight reveals that 38% of large UK employers view finding qualified candidates as their biggest hiring hurdle in 2026. Rising salary expectations (30%) and remote‑work preferences (26%) further complicate recruitment, while 30% of firms report roles...
Care Sector Recruitment Crisis Deepens as Fewer Workers Enter the Industry
A new analysis by Indeed’s Hiring Lab, reviewed by Caredemy, shows UK care homes facing a deepening recruitment crisis, with job‑seeker interest falling 15.9% since January 2025 and applicants per vacancy down 10.9%. The shortage is compounded by rising operating costs,...
Nearly a Third of UK Employers Don’t yet Have a Clear Picture of the Skills Their Organisation Will Need in...
UK employers are treating workforce planning as a strategic priority, with 59.7% rating it critical or high priority for 2026. The drive stems from goals like staffing stability, cost control, service continuity, talent shortages, and the need to prepare for...
Singapore’s Workforce Shake-Up Drives Demand for Neuroscience-Led Coaching to Support Professionals Through Transition
Singapore’s tech, banking and professional services sectors are shedding roughly 20,000 jobs in 2025, driven by AI adoption, cost pressures and broader business transformation. In response, neuroscience‑led performance expert Sonia Ouarti, backed by Google Cloud, is offering a free, invitation‑only...
HR Experts Finally Seeing Real Value in Fit Notes
A March survey of 160 UK employers covering over 600,000 workers shows a growing appreciation for the Fit Note system, with 61% reporting some benefit and 10% calling it pivotal to absence‑management. The 2022 digitisation and expanded certifier pool appear...
Why Human-Centred Growth Is Essential in a Time Dominated by Technology
Amid rapid AI and automation adoption, CEOs warn that businesses risk neglecting the human element. While technology can boost efficiency, its true value emerges only when people guide, monitor, and innovate with it. Human‑centred growth—prioritizing employee safety, empowerment, and transparent...
Up to 28,000 Employees Could Have Been Affected by Paperwork Data Breaches in 2025
Officeology’s analysis of UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) data shows 11,141 paperwork‑related data breaches were reported between 2020 and 2025, with 1,820 incidents in 2025 alone. Employee information featured in 330 of those 2025 cases, potentially exposing up to 28,000...
Demand for AI Apprenticeships Surges as England’s Employers Race to Upskill Before Levy Funds Expire
Employers across England are rushing to enroll staff in AI apprenticeship programmes as the Apprenticeship Levy’s unspent funds now expire after 12 months, down from 24. TESS Group’s Level 4 AI & Automation Practitioner apprenticeship, priced at £18,000 (≈$23,000) and fully...
Environment Agency’s Nature Literacy Programme Wins Edie Award for Staff Engagement and Upskilling Initiative of the Year
The UK Environment Agency has been named Staff Engagement and Upskilling Initiative of the Year at the 2026 edie Awards for its Nature Literacy Programme, developed with learning partner Mindtools Kineo. The award recognises a curriculum that reaches the agency’s 14,000‑strong...
Two Easters in One Year? Employers Need to Be Aware of the Upcoming Fat Year
The UK fiscal year 2026/27 is a “fat year” because two Easter holidays fall within the 1 April 2026‑31 March 2027 leave period, creating an extra set of bank holidays. Whether employees receive those days off depends on the wording of their contracts, as...
One in Five Employees with Long-Term Illness Supported by RedArc Were Helped to Remain in or Return to Work
RedArc’s 2025 survey shows that one in five employees with complex, long‑term health conditions who received insurer‑provided support were able to stay in or return to work. The programme also boosted confidence for 51% of participants and helped 26% engage...
L&G Launches New ‘Financial Age’ Tool to Align Your Pension with Your Career Before the Tax Deadline
Legal & General's latest survey reveals a mismatch between Britons' life stages and their pension habits. While 52% have seen income rises, 39% have not increased pension contributions, and 32% still use their original starter‑job contribution rate. To address this,...
James Baker, Head of Employment at Lee & Thompson and Julie Goodway From Thomas Mansfield Solicitors Join Constantine Law
Constantine Law, a consultant‑led employment and regulatory specialist, announced the addition of two senior partners, James Baker and Julie Goodway, expanding its employment team to 20 partners and 27 fee‑earning staff. Baker arrives from Lee & Thompson after more than two decades...
Transformational Leadership Programme Returns for a Second Year
The Institute of Directors and the University of St Andrews Business School are relaunching their Global Certificate in Company Direction programme for 2026 after a successful 2025 pilot. The six‑and‑a‑half‑day residential course runs from 10‑16 October at the Fairmont Hotel, with...
Cera Sets New Sector Standard as First Home Care Provider to Achieve Menopause-Friendly Accreditation
Cera, the UK’s largest domiciliary care provider, has become the first home‑care organisation to earn the Menopause Friendly Accreditation. The certification, awarded by Menopause in the Workplace, recognises Cera’s comprehensive programme across culture, policies, training, engagement and workplace adjustments. With...
Keep Britain Working Update – Health a Shared Responsibility, Says GRiD
GRiD welcomed the latest Keep Britain Working update, highlighting that a growing number of UK employers are adopting scalable solutions to curb premature exits due to ill health. The government’s policy recommendation to create a national Workplace Health Standard is...
Chronic Dehydration May Be Undermining UK Workplace Productivity, New Research Suggests
The 2025 UK National Hydration & Wellness Survey found that 58% of UK adults are chronically dehydrated, a condition linked to fatigue, brain fog, and frequent headaches. Research shows even mild dehydration impairs vigilance, working memory, and overall productivity. Misconceptions...
New Study Reveals that AI-Driven Solutions Can Reduce Business Travel Costs by 10-15%
A new Booking.com for Business study of over 500 corporate travelers finds AI‑driven travel solutions can cut travel expenses by 10‑15%. The research shows 44% of business travelers already use AI tools for itinerary planning, and personalization preferences are strong,...
UK Minimum Wage Increase Comes Into Force as New Rates Take Effect
On 1 April 2026 the UK raised its minimum‑wage rates, setting the National Living Wage at £12.71 per hour (about $16.15) and the 18‑20 age band at £10.85 ($13.78). The uplift adds roughly £1,000 ($1,270) to a full‑time worker’s annual earnings. While...
Why 1 In 4 of Us Are Miserable at Our Desks: And the 6 Major Red Flags You’ve Probably Been...
Recent research shows that one in four British workers are unhappy at their desks, highlighting workplace culture as a critical factor in employee satisfaction. With 70% of staff ranking culture above compensation, signs such as shared accountability, open communication, and...
Employers of Overseas Staff Must Be Prepared for Risks, Including Political and Civil Unrest, Conflict and Natural Disaster
Everywhen’s latest research warns that employers with overseas staff face heightened risks from political unrest, natural disasters, and health crises. The study found 21% of firms are uneasy about conflict, 18% about environmental threats such as floods, and 22% about...
An Employer’s Guide to Neonatal Care Leave and Pay
The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023, effective April 2025, gives employees a statutory right to neonatal care leave (NCL) and, where eligible, neonatal care pay (NCP). Employees earn one week of NCL for each uninterrupted week their newborn...
Schools in the South East Making Strong Progress Towards Fairer, More Transparent Hiring, Supported by New Data
New research commissioned for Teaching Vacancies shows Midlands schools are rapidly adopting transparent, inclusive hiring practices. Over the past two years, 44% of schools added pay scales or progression details to adverts, 39% highlighted wellbeing and workload support, and 17%...
Acorn by Synergie and Darwin Gray Host ‘Recruit with Confidence’ Expert Panel on the Future of Hiring
Acorn by Synergie and law firm Darwin Gray hosted a ‘Recruit with Confidence’ panel in Cardiff on March 26, part of the Wales HR Network series. The discussion brought together senior HR and recruitment leaders to examine how organisations can balance compliance, technology and human...
Mind Cymru Calls on Next Welsh Government to Address Mental Health Stigma This World Bipolar Day
On World Bipolar Day, Mind Cymru called on the incoming Welsh Government to invest in anti‑stigma programmes after its Big Mental Health Report showed a decline in workplace willingness to work with people with mental health problems. A 2025 YouGov...
Study Finds Over One Million UK Workers in Multiple Jobs Lack Basic Workplace Protections
A Durham University Business School study reveals that more than one million UK workers holding multiple, often low‑paid jobs lack basic workplace protections. The research, based on interviews with over 50 workers across Yorkshire and the North East, highlights fragmented...
Castelfalfi and Sommet Education Business Solutions Unite to Elevate Leadership, Service Excellence and the Future of Luxury Hospitality in Tuscany
Castelfalfi, a luxury resort in Tuscany, has formed a strategic partnership with Sommet Education Business Solutions, the parent of Les Roches and Glion. The collaboration will deliver on‑site, multi‑module leadership and service‑excellence programs, create a faculty‑led case study, and open...
Trusaic Expands Presence in European Market with Ireland Hires
Trusaic announced the launch of a dedicated European advisory team in Ireland to help companies comply with the EU Pay Transparency Directive, which takes effect on June 7, 2026. The move includes hiring former Aon adviser Aisling Quirke and expanding partnerships, such...
Revealed: The Things that Make Us Happiest at Work
Ciphr’s February 2026 survey of 2,000 UK employees reveals workers feel happy about 18 days each month, with older staff reporting the highest daily happiness. The strongest drivers are social connections – 36% cite colleagues and another 36% value seeing the...
The Real Issue Isn’t Getting Girls Into Tech, It’s Helping Them See They Belong
The UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology announced a package that creates 300 new tech roles, introduces returnships for women re‑entering the workforce, and launches a national competition to inspire school‑age girls. Veteran tech leader Padmasini Dayananda argues that...
International Menopause Society Sets New Global Standards for Menopause Care with Evidence-Led Framework
The International Menopause Society (IMS) has issued its first comprehensive overhaul of global menopause guidelines since 2016, delivering an evidence‑led framework developed by 38 experts and 27 contributors. The live, updateable document spans 30 sections covering symptoms, cardiometabolic health, bone...
Outplacement Leader Offers Candidates ‘Golden’ Interview Tips Amid Crowded Job Market
UK unemployment has risen to 5.2%, leaving roughly 726,000 vacancies and intensifying competition for job seekers. INTOO, an outplacement specialist, is urging candidates to adopt the STAR method, skills audits and values analysis as "golden" interview tips. The firm also...
Nearly One in Eight Employers Does Not Provide Sexual Harassment Training, as Key Employment Rights Act Deadline Arrives
A March poll of 464 UK HR professionals reveals a gap between intent and action on sexual harassment prevention under the upcoming Employment Rights Act (ERA) requirements. While 81% plan to increase efforts, only 5% rate current training as excellent...
Innovation, Insight and Industry Leaders to Unite at HR Technologies UK 2026
HR Technologies UK 2026 will convene senior HR and People leaders at Excel London on April 29‑30 for its largest edition yet. The two‑day event will feature around 100 exhibitors, including Oracle, Workday, Sage and fast‑growth innovators showcasing AI‑driven recruitment,...
How Company Formation Trends Are Reshaping UK Hiring in 2026
Company formation in the UK has accelerated, creating a wave of lean, tech‑enabled startups that are reshaping the talent market. These new firms are driving a shift toward flexible work, rapid career progression, and equity incentives, forcing traditional employers to...
Nottingham City Council Launches a Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme with Tusker
Nottingham City Council has launched a new ultra‑low emission vehicle salary‑sacrifice scheme in partnership with Tusker, targeting its 7,000 eligible employees. The program lets staff lease electric or hybrid cars with insurance, servicing and charging access deducted from payroll over...
The Return of the Cost-of-Living Crisis? Steve Herbert Considers the Implications for HR
Steve Herbert warns that a new cost‑of‑living crisis could emerge as U.S. sanctions and conflict in the Strait of Hormuz threaten oil supplies, pushing global energy prices up 50%. A 10% oil price rise typically adds 0.4% to inflation, meaning...
AI-Powered Benefits Platform Origin Raises $30 Million Series A+, Bringing Total Funding to over $50 Million to Tackle the Growing...
Origin, an AI‑native benefits platform, announced a $30 million Series A+ round, lifting its total funding to over $50 million. The capital, led by Notion Capital with participation from Felix Capital and Acadian Ventures, will accelerate its Enterprise Benefits Intelligence platform, co‑created with...
Beat the Afternoon Slump with These Simple Desk Hacks
A recent UK survey shows 65% of workers suffer a sharp post‑lunch focus drop, often tied to prolonged sitting. Geezers Boxing’s personal trainer Leon Bolmeer recommends six quick desk‑exercises—leg lifts, chair twists, desk push‑ups, seated marches, shoulder shrugs, and calf...
CUCKMERE BUSES UPGRADES FLEET SAFETY AND DRIVER PROTECTION WITH SURECAM’S DUAL-VIEW DASHCAMS
Cuckmere Buses, a community transport provider in East Sussex, has upgraded its 16‑seater minibuses with SureCam’s next‑generation dual‑view dashcams. The new system adds a rear‑facing camera with anti‑glare housing, live video streaming and improved tracking accuracy. The upgrade replaces a...
Why Connected Worker Strategies Are Leaving Workers Behind
Manufacturers have poured billions into PLM, ERP and MES systems, yet shop‑floor workers still rely on static PDFs and printed checklists. The digital thread breaks at the “first mile” of capturing engineering knowledge and the “last mile” of delivering it...
BI WORLDWIDE Releases Recogdemption Report Unveiling Science-Backed Approach to Employee Engagement
BI WORLDWIDE released the "Recogdemption" report, a science‑backed framework linking recognition, redemption, and retention. Analyzing data from nearly one million employees in 118 countries, the study finds early recognition and a $200 reward threshold dramatically boost engagement. It identifies two redemption...
UKG Named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for AI‑led Workforce Management and EMEA Compliance
UKG has been named a Leader in IDC’s 2025‑2026 EMEA AI‑Enabled Workforce Management and Compliance MarketScape, highlighting its AI‑driven platform used by over 80,000 organizations worldwide. The assessment praises UKG’s ability to simplify multi‑country scheduling, ensure GDPR‑aligned data sovereignty with...
Conduct Independent Compliance Audits With These 5 Providers
Independent compliance audits are becoming essential for modern organizations, offering objective assessments that uncover hidden risks in HR, finance, and regulatory practices. Providers such as Guidepost, Exiger, Control Risks, Kroll, and Mintz Group combine forensic investigations, AI‑driven analytics, and global...
‘Greedy’ Corporation Slammed Over Planned Job Cuts
Encirc, a UK glass bottle maker for major beverage brands, faces strikes after announcing plans to cut 28 jobs despite reporting £191 million (≈$242 million) profit for 2025. Unite union members at the Elton, Cheshire plant scheduled walkouts March 28‑30 and April 3‑7, warning...
House-Building Apprentices Step up as Sector Faces 239,000 Worker Shortfall
The National House Building Council (NHBC) hosted its Apprentice of the Year Awards in Milton Keynes, recognizing standout apprentices such as Jack Hart, Bailey Johnson and Corree Lamb for excellence in bricklaying, groundworks and site supervision. The event highlights NHBC’s...
