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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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Understanding Race at Work and Overcoming Barriers to Progression
Sandra Kerr CBE, an industry expert with over 20 years of experience at Business in the Community, recently discussed race and progression issues at our Diversity and Inclusion in Business Conference 2024. She highlighted the importance of sharing evidence and practical solutions to overcome these barriers.
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6 Key Strategies: Progressing EDI in the UK Police Force
As of March 31, 2023, 12,000 police officers (8%) identified as belonging to a minority ethnic group, a figure that has grown annually since 2010. This is still much lower than the 18.3% of the general population in England and Wales from minority ethnic groups. While strides have been taken, there's still much work ahead to address systemic barriers and create a force that mirrors and serves the diverse populace it protects.
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Addressing Ongoing Workplace Challenges for Women at Deloitte
We invited Emma Cod, Global Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Deloitte to our Diversity and Inclusion in Business Conference 2024, where she shared crucial data regarding women's experiences in the workplace. This data is derived from the Deloitte Women at Work Report, which surveys 5,000 women across ten countries: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, South Africa, the UK, and the US.
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Future of Apprenticeships in the UK: CMI’s Analysis
With 73% of organisations facing skills shortages in 2023, the impact on business quality and public services is profound. We were pleased to welcome Anthony Painter, Director of Policy and External Affairs, at Chartered Management Institute (CMI), to our Apprenticeships Conference 2024.
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Gender Equality: Foundations for Female Leadership Progression
Foundations for female leadership must be developed to stabilise this disparity and pave the way for inspirational leaders. We invited Penny Horner-Long, Director, Head of Government Grants Management Function and Chair of Staff Board at the Cabinet Office, to speak about this topic at our Women in Public Sector Leadership Conference 2023.
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Promoting Work-Life Balance in the Remote Professional World
Workload is the most common cause of work-related stress. As the demands of modern work environments continue to intensify, it has become increasingly crucial for organisations to prioritise the well-being of their employees.
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Establishing Effective LGBTQ+ Staff Networks in the Civil Service
Over one in four LGBT employees reported experiencing at least one form of employment discrimination. Saorsa-Amatheia Tweedale joined our recent LGBTQ+ in the Workplace Conference.
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Supporting Women in Cybersecurity
The cybersecurity industry is at the forefront of technological advancement, constantly evolving to counter increasingly sophisticated threats. However, a significant challenge facing the industry is the gender disparity within its workforce.
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Investing in Career Development and Training
If a company invests in employees’ careers, 94% said they would stay at the company longer. Career development involves setting goals, acquiring new skills, and gaining experiences that align with one's aspirations, while training focuses on systematically acquiring skills and knowledge to improve job performance.
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Improving Employment for Autistic Individuals: A Review from the DWP
Around 15 to 20 percent of people have brains that develop or work differently. Organisations are welcoming the benefits of neurodiversity such as innovation, problem-solving and high accuracy. We were honoured to welcome Stephen Lismore, Head of Autism and Learning Disability Employment Policy, Department for Work and Pensions at our our Neurodiversity in the Workplace Conference.
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