Key topic areas covered include: Health & Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion, and Workforce & Leadership.

Complete Change Management Guide for HR Managers

Change is inevitable in any organisation's lifecycle; 70% of UK organisations have experienced significant change in the past two years (CIPD). With the fast-paced nature of today's business environment, organisations must adapt to survive and thrive. HR professionals play a critical role in managing this change effectively.

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5 Key Skills For Women to Kickstart their Career Progression

Rachel Holloway, the Chief Executive & Founder of Partners for Reform, shared her insights at the Women in Public Sector Leadership Conference. Rachel is an executive coach and educator specialising in management and leadership. She is skilled at inspiring enthusiasm for learning and development and passionate about helping emerging female leaders position themselves for seniority. Rachel […]

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Suicide Prevention Strategy for England: The Latest Government Guidance

Verity Mallion, the Suicide Prevention Lead at the Department of Health and Social Care, delivered an insightful keynote at our National Suicide Prevention Conference 2024 on the latest government guidance and updates aimed at reducing suicide rates and improving support for vulnerable individuals.

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Fostering Growth Through Reciprocal Mentoring: Building Mutual Success

Mott MacDonald, a global engineering consultancy, has taken proactive steps to address EDI challenges within the sector through a unique Reciprocal Mentoring scheme. This initiative is led by Anna Sirmoglou, the UK and Europe Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Manager, and has significantly contributed to building a more inclusive culture while developing future leaders.

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Enhancing Workplace Inclusion: A Guide by AbilityNet

Lizzie Green, a digital inclusion consultant at AbilityNet, shared insights on building inclusive workplace practices at our Recruitment in the Workplace Conference 2024. Passionate about making assistive technology accessible to all, Lizzie has progressed through various roles within the organisation and now leads the development and delivery of workplace inclusion services.

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Enabling a Workplace Culture of True Disability Inclusion

Esi Hardy, Managing Director of Celebrating Disability, shared valuable insights on promoting disability inclusion in the workplace during a recent talk at our Diversity and Inclusion in Business Conference 2024. Hardy emphasised the importance of lived experience in leading and delivering services in her organisation.

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Developing a Technical Education System that Helps Fill Skill Gaps

20% of all apprenticeship starts are in technical fields highlights their critical role in sustaining and advancing the UK’s economic growth. We welcomed Sam Callear, Deputy Director of Policy at the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education, to our Apprenticeships Conference 2024, where he provided insights into the crucial work undertaken by this non-departmental public body.

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AI in Recruitment: Current Trends, Efficiency and Future Prospects

48% of UK recruitment agencies have adopted some form of AI technology. In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an integral part of numerous industries, including recruitment. The recruitment process, historically reliant on human judgement and manual procedures, is experiencing a profound transformation due to AI advancements.

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Transforming Leadership in the NHS: Long-Term Workforce Plan

The NHS is undergoing a significant transformation in leadership and workforce development to ensure a sustainable and inclusive healthcare system for the future. We welcomed key figures Joe Smith, Senior Policy Advisor at NHS England, and Caroline Chipperfield, Director of Leadership Development and Delivery, at the NHS Leadership Academy, to our UK Healthcare Workforce Conference 2024.

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The Power of Staff Networks in HR

In a recent talk, Cherron Inko-Tariah MBE, CEO at The Power of Staff Networks explored the significance and influence of staff networks within organisations at our Diversity and Inclusion in Business Conference 2024.

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EU AI Act Article 10: New Implications for HR Managers

The HR recruitment market has been revolutionised by AI technologies, enhancing efficiency and candidate-job matching. However, issues such as algorithmic bias and transparency have raised concerns, leading to regulatory interventions like the EU AI Act. According to a report by PwC, 38% of organisations are already using AI in their HR functions, with an additional 62% expected to follow suit in the next few years

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Navigating the Gig Economy: A Guide for HR Professionals

The gig economy, characterised by temporary, flexible jobs often involving freelance or short-term work as opposed to permanent, full-time employment, has been a transformative force in the labour market over the past decade. 4.7 million people were engaged in gig work in 2020, a figure that has likely increased due to changing work preferences.

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