Tackling suspect gender pay gap data
Oliver Varney, the gender pay gap lead for the EHRC discusses the EHRC’s scrutiny of data provided by GB employers who have 250 or more employees. We at the Equality and Human Rights Commission play a key role in closing the pay gap between men and women across England, Wales and Scotland. As Britain’s equality […]
How to avoid the 10 most common workplace hazards
It is the responsibility of business owners and directors to ensure the safety of their employees as well as any visitors or members of the general public. You must follow regulations, but also examine your specific risks and take the necessary steps to minimize them. You may be held legally responsible for an accident if […]
Why CFOs are interested in investing in improving workplace culture
It’s no longer a “nice-to-have” to have a good workplace culture. A new Grant Thornton survey among Chief Financial Offices of technology companies in the UK has made this clear. These are not the people who you might expect to champion the importance soft skills and relationships. Money is the main reason for this culture […]
Dividing assets fairly during a divorce settlement
Divorce can be a complex and emotionally charged process. Understanding how assets are split fairly can help you to make sense of the situation, whether you’re seeking divorce or responding a petition. Asset division is structured in Scotland to ensure fairness for both parties. Continue reading to learn how to divide assets fairly in a […]
Burnout is increasing, and this has led to a demand for sabbaticals
According to Robert Half, almost half of UK workers (42%) want to take a sabbatical, due to concerns about mental health and burnout. The 2025 Salary guide revealed that almost two thirds (62%) workers believe employers overwork their staff. Robert Half said that offering unpaid or partly paid sabbaticals is a cost-effective method to demonstrate […]
Gillian McKenna explains what modern HR is really about.
Gillian McKenna has always focused on people. She has spent her entire career as chief people officer of Generation, an international nonprofit that tackles unemployment through job placements and skills. Gillian is based in Glasgow, and she leads a global, fully-remote HR team. Her approach blends tech-savvy with a deep knowledge of what makes people […]
HR supervision: Support for your team.
HR supervision has become a vital tool for the modern workplace. Organisations have made a big investment in employee wellness, from mindfulness apps to mental health days. HR professionals are often overlooked in all of this. Ironically, the people who are responsible for providing support to others rarely receive the same kind of structured support. […]
Study Says Companies Still Hire Based on Gut Instincts and Vibes, Not Skills
It’s 2025, and many companies are still hiring on vibes—gut instincts and subjective impressions of job applicants—rather than objective skills assessments. Of all the ways to fill vacant positions, this is probably the worst. But according to a new study by Textio, a Seattle-based maker of recruiting and feedback software, this is still how many hiring […]
According to a study, companies still hire based on gut instincts and vibes.
In 2025, many companies still hire based on gut instincts or subjective impressions about job applicants rather than objective skill assessments. This is the most ineffective way to fill a vacant position. According to a new study from Textio a Seattle-based manufacturer of feedback and recruiting software, many hiring managers still make decisions this way. […]
Experts’ reactions to the BBC’s review of workplace culture
The review started in October 2024, more than 10 years after the BBC’s Respect at Work Review in 2013, led by barrister Dinah rose KC in response to the Jimmy Savile accusations. This latest review was ordered following complaints regarding Jermaine Jennifer’s conduct at work and inappropriate behavior by individuals of high profile, including former […]