Since the pandemic, employers have begun to offer a raft of health-related policies and benefits, including support for those experiencing infertility and pregnancy loss. This trend comes as the Office for National Statistics recently reported that the number of job vacancies in August to October 2021 rose to a new record of 1,172,000 – an […]
Exclusion in the workplace is when some employees are ostracised from participating in work or social activities. As explained in my previous blog, this stealthy form of bullying can take many forms, for example, colleagues being left out of meetings, missed off the team WhatsApp chat or not invited to after work drinks. This social […]
Trans Awareness Week sees transgender, non-binary and gender diverse people and their allies come together to raise awareness, share stories and advance advocacy for the community. The week runs from 13th to 19th November every year, culminating in the Transgender Day of Remembrance on 20th November, which honours those trans people who have tragically died […]
It’s clear that maximising skills and facilitating the retention and progression of women in the workplace has benefits for business, but some company cultures and structures continue to act as a barrier to women reaching their potential. Gender inequalities existed before the pandemic, but the arrival of Covid-19 has exposed and widened gaps that cannot […]
A working carer is someone in full or part-time employment, who also provides unpaid support or care to a family member or friend because they require additional help due to their age, physical or mental illness, or disability. With an estimated 3.7 million working carers in England and Wales, there is a growing number of […]
Working parents or those expecting a baby are entitled to extra rights at work in the UK. These include maternity rights, paternity leave and pay, shared parental leave and unpaid time off to look after your child – and are the same for those in same-sex relationships as those in opposite-sex relationships. However, simply following […]
Black History Month is an important marker in the company calendar. It helps to encourage conversations around equality and diversity, and ensures your business is contributing towards educating its people about race – and with 60% of Black professionals still reporting racism in the workplace, now is the time to get involved. What is Black […]
Workplace grievances can be challenging, often unpleasant and usually stressful. Investigations and subsequent disciplinaries are also costly, causing you to spend precious time, resources and money. While incidences do occur from time to time and complaints are made, there are some steps you can take to minimise grievances in your workplace: Communication is key Ensure […]
Due to lingering safety concerns as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, sadly this year’s long-awaited return of London Pride will not take place in September as originally planned. While there may be no parade, honouring the struggle and achievements of the LGBT+ community should not be confined to one date on a calendar. It’s […]
Bystander intervention training provides essential skills and insight to enable workplaces to combat discrimination, harassment and bullying. With ACAS reporting that more than a third of women have experienced sexual harassment at work, policies, procedures and codes of conduct alone are simply not enough to protect employees from unacceptable behaviour. Through empowering everyone to speak […]
In July, the Government published its response to a public consultation, outlining its intention to introduce a mandatory duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment as soon as parliamentary time allows. While nothing is changing immediately and a time scale hasn’t been given for the implementation of these new measures, it is important that business […]
The pandemic has thrown many existing workplace issues into the spotlight; the need for flexible working, disparities created by gender privilege and, notably, a demand for fair and transparent pay. From our nurses to our refuse collectors, the often under-appreciated but essential roles played by key workers in our every day lives have been pulled […]
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