New data reveals key to engagement AND performance
Human Resources is a vast area that faces many challenges and changes. How well informed are you about the current situation? What is your opinion? Join a live discussion on the latest innovations and trends. Top speakers will be presenting on the most important topics in the industry. You can voice your opinions, participate in […]
What HR can learn from the Supreme Court’s ruling on the definition of “woman” in Equality Act
The UK Supreme Court ruled in a recent ruling that the term “woman” used in the Equality Act 2010, refers to the biological sex and not transgender women with a Gender Recognition Certificate. The judgment delivered on Wednesday, 16 April, overturns previous guidance from the Scottish Government which had widened the definition of GRCs to […]
Supreme Court ruling on transgender: “common sense” or “incredibly worrying”?
The Supreme Court’s ruling yesterday that the legal definition for a woman in the Equality Act 2010, is based on biological gender, has attracted the attention of HR professionals and employers. Personnel Today presents their opinions and those of the campaigners. The judge Lord Hodge stated that “the unanimous decision of this court was that […]
Employee data breaches may have increased due to remote working
In 2024, the number of breaches of employee data will increase by 14%. This is the highest in six years. An analysis by Nockolds found that reports of breaches involving employee data to the Information Commissioner’s Office jumped from 3208 in 2023 up to 3,679 2024. The number of breaches involving employee data has reached […]
The stabilisation of the labour market provides a glimmer of hope
Job postings in the first quarter showed a consistent level of demand, albeit at a lower rate than previous years. According to the latest Recruitment & Employment Confederation and Lightcast Monthly Labour Market Tracker, the economy showed some signs of momentum that could push back against rising costs – like the increase in employers’ national […]
NHS expands GP scheme to enable greater access to community healthcare
The Government is expanding a program to allow people to receive healthcare closer to home or in their community, rather than going to the hospital. The Department of Health and Social Care has announced that the Advice and Guidance Scheme will be expanded. This is in order to help people get off long NHS waiting […]
AI hires are truly intelligent when they include human involvement
Artificial intelligence (AI), in all its forms, is already a powerful tool for HR, particularly when it comes to hiring. AI can help in screening resumes and applications to identify the best candidates more quickly and efficiently. It can also assist with interviewing. AI is a new technology and implementing it without human oversight and […]
An employee of this grocery chain was arrested for stealing $110 worth of food. This is Why They Did It Wrong
James, an employee at Meijer in the Midwest, stole some chicken and a fruit cup. James stole $110 in a few months. A Meijer manager then called the police to arrest him. Investigate if you suspect that an employee has stolen. You have several options if you confirm theft: you can ignore it, give a […]
What boards expect from HR leaders by 2025
The role of Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs) is becoming increasingly important as organisations navigate through the complexity of a rapidly changing business environment. Five year after the pandemic, directors expect CHROs drive strategic initiatives to align human capital with business objectives. Boards are looking for CHRO leadership in several key areas by 2025. Manager […]
Australia’s changing compliance landscape: A closer look
Compliance has become a major business concern in Australia’s labour hiring industry. Businesses that engage labour hire services should not be concerned about whether the provider is compliant. Instead, they should ask whether the provider has the systems and expertise to support and maintain compliance. In the last five to seven years, Australia’s regulatory environment […]