Sir Rod Eddington is best known for his involvement with the airline industry, but earlier this month the former chief...
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Guru’s recent foray into the murky world of sausage-based trading standards (Personnel Today, 28 November) generated a bulging sack of...
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Discrimination laws are a worry for employers during the festive season, but they need not be.
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From positive discrimination to HR's image problem, Mike Berry takes a look back at some of the important news stories that made the headlines in Personnel Today during the past 12 months.
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Q I have recently started in a new role, and I am finding it challenging to adjust to my new...
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Grace Conacher has joined the Horniman Museum in south London as assistant director for finance and resources. She spent the...
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Like many HR professionals, I like to use my daily commute as a time to catch up on e-mails, look...
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Jack Straw claims workplace Christmas decoration ban is ‘total nonsense’
by Greg Pitcherby Greg PitcherCommons leader Jack Straw has spoken out on yet another weighty employment issue – tinsel. Having backed the right of...
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Carers UK calls on employers to take proactive role in supporting carers in the workplace
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryCarers UK is calling on organisations to help carers access the benefits and support available to them, and reap the...
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Walsall Council agrees £584,000 payout for whistleblower after colleagues’ hostility caused him stress
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryWalsall Council has agreed a settlement totalling £584,000 with a former council whistleblower. Peter Francis, a former head of programme...
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Public sector workers denied flexible working by ingrained management practices
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryEmployers in the public sector ‘talk the talk’ on work-life balance, but have only low levels of commitment to changing...
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Christian Aid has announced plans to outsource its payroll function. The charity has chosen provider Northgate HR to manage its...
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The TUC has today launched a ‘secret santa’ generator to help keep the Christmas spirit alive at work.
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Transport for London buys advice and training package to encourage flexible working and reduce commuting times
by Mike Berryby Mike BerryTransport for London has signed a £150,000 deal with Work Wise UK, a campaign group that encourages employers to offer...
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