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Discover how EY is shaping the future of learning with 'skills intelligence.' Alex Laurs, Chief Learning Officer for EY Americas, shares insights on building a skills-powered organisation, leveraging AI for personalised development. 🚀🤖

#FutureOfWork

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Discover practical ways to make town halls more interactive, inclusive, and impactful for every employee—including frontline and deskless workers.

Read more from https://t.co/I4OvoGpEyC here!

#InternalComms #EmployeeEngagement #HR #EmployeeExperience

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Youth employment in the UK has entered a critical phase: entry-level job opportunities have nearly halved in the past decade, with fierce competition and regional inequalities making it even harder for young people to get a start. 🚦🤝

#YouthEmployment

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MHR’s 2026 survey of more than 1,000 UK business decision-makers, in partnership with the Telegraph Media Group, has revealed a widening gap between leaders’ strategic ambitions and their agility to achieve them.

#EmployeeExperience #Strategy #Skills

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Employment tribunal cases involving ‘protected beliefs’ have surged 380% in five years, highlighting the growing importance of managing religious and philosophical diversity at work. ⚖️🌱

#HRInsights #WorkplaceEquality #EmploymentLaw

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Microsoft’s latest employee survey shows staff feel more energized and empowered, with strong marks for inclusion and security. However, feedback and coaching from managers have dipped, highlighting new opportunities for leadership growth. 🌟📊

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Many employee benefits go underused, but the Cycle to Work Scheme could make a real difference. 🚴

Read more from Green Commute Initiative here!

#EmployeeBenefits #CycleToWork #WorkplaceWellbeing

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Building a truly inclusive workplace means moving beyond awareness—embrace flexible practices, accessible tools, and clear, outcome-focused communication to help neurodiverse talent thrive. 🌟🤝

#Neuroinclusion #WorkplaceCulture #HRLeadership

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Menopause support is becoming a compliance issue — not just a wellbeing initiative.

Discover why organisations need to start preparing now — before mandatory requirements arrive in 2027. Read more from Peppy!

#EmploymentRights #EmployeeExperience

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The UK Government is consulting on new zero-hours contract reforms, aiming to boost job security with guaranteed hours, notice of shifts, and compensation for late changes. Have your say before the consultation closes in August 2026. ⚖️
#WorkplaceReform

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From stocking grocery shelves to leading HR at Blood Cancer United, Orlando Ashworth’s journey is driven by service, resilience, and a passion for people. As CPO, he’s focused on building a mission-driven, inclusive, and flexible workplace.🌟🤝

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Discover why ‘benefits maxxing’ is rising and how schemes like Cycle to Work can support engagement, wellbeing and ESG goals. Read more from Green Commute Initiative here!

#BenefitsPackages #SalarySacrifice

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Constant negative news isn’t just draining—it’s reducing workplace motivation and productivity. Leaders must recognise this “crisis consumption loop” and foster cultures where support is normalised. 💡🤝

#HRLeadership #EmployeeWellbeing #Productivity

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Managing employee benefits globally has never been more complex.

Discover why a data-driven approach is becoming essential for building sustainable global benefits strategies. Find out more from Generali here!

#Data #BenefitsPackages

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Marc Bolland, ex-M&S CEO and founder of Movement to Work, is leading the Government’s Youth Guarantee to tackle the NEET crisis—bringing top business voices together to create real opportunities for young people🌐🤝

#YouthEmployment

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Unlock high-performance client-facing teams! Join HiBob 9 June, 11am BST, as they share real-world strategies for team visibility, performance, and retention—plus how HR tech can empower your people to thrive. Don’t miss out! #HR #Leadership #TeamSuccess

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HR professionals are facing record levels of stress, burnout, and depression—74% report low mood, and 44% meet clinical criteria for depression, double the national average.💡🤝

#HRWellbeing #MentalHealthMatters #SupportHR

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Struggling with disengaged teams? Discover why pay alone isn’t enough. Join Prezzee's webinar tomorrow to learn how a blended approach to pay, recognition & reward can drive real engagement and retention. Secure your spot. #EmployeeEngagement #HRWebinar
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One of the most significant and pressing issues for HR professionals right now is the implementation of the Employment Rights Act 2025.

Discover why HR is now central to managing risk, shaping culture. Frontier Software has more!

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UK organisations are scaling back workplace benefits to manage costs, with 43% reducing perks in the past year and more cuts likely ahead. This shift risks lower morale, productivity, and retention. 💼📉

#HRTrends #EmployeeExperience #WorkplaceStrategy

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